Betsy 1 pound caramels
12 oz. (2 cups) chocolate chips or shaved dark chocolate
1 cup butter
1 12-oz. can evaporated milk
1. Place all ingredients in a double boiler over simmering water. Allow to heat without stirring until the butter is melted and the chocolate is soft.
2. Beat all warmed ingredients together until smooth. Transfer to storage container and chill until needed. This sauce solidifies when chilled. Scoop out desired amount for use and warm on the Defrost setting of the microwave to avoid scorching it.