LAYERED MINT CHOCOLATE FUDGE

2 cups (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT evaporated milk), divided use
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
6 ounces white confectioner's coating* or 1 cup (6 ounces) premium white chocolate chips
1 tablespoon peppermint extract
Green or red food coloring (optional)

In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt chocolate chips with 1 cup sweetened condensed milk; add vanilla. Spread half the mixture into wax paper lined 8- or 9-inch square pan; chill 10 minutes or until firm. Hold remaining chocolate mixture at room temperature.

In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt white confectioners' coating with remaining sweetened condensed milk (mixture will be thick). Add peppermint extract and food coloring (optional).

Spread on chilled chocolate layer; chill 10 minutes longer or until firm.

Spread reserved chocolate mixture on mint layer. Chill 2 hours or until firm.

Turn onto cutting board; peel off paper and cut into squares. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.

*Confectioners' coating can be purchased in candy specialty store.

Makes about 1 3/4 pounds
Source: Eagle Brand