Buckeye Balls

1 1/2 c creamy peanut butter

1/2 c butter, softened

1 tsp vanilla

16 oz powdered sugar

12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 tbsp shortening

1. Line baking sheet with wax or parchment paper.

2. Mix peanut butter, butter, vanilla & powdered sugar. Dough will be stiff.

3. Shape into 1-inch balls.

4. Place balls on lined cookie sheet & refrigerate.

5. In small saucepan, melt chocolate & shortening on low heat. Be careful to stir frequently on the lowest heat setting possible, otherwise the chocolate can burn & then it's crap.

6. Insert toothpick into each ball & dip into chocolate, covering 3/4 of each.

7. Return to lined cookie sheet, chocolate side down, & remove toothpick.

8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.