CHOCOLATE CHIP PECAN SHELLS WITH CARAMEL SAUCE

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.I've always thought this was an unusual dessert.Unknown source

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 uncooked jumbo pasta shells
1 1/4 c ricotta cheese
1/2 c powdered sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 c frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/4 c miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 c chopped pecans, toasted if desired
1 c chocolate or caramel ice cream topping, warmed

Steps:

  • 1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package; pat dry. Beat cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla in medium bowl with mixer on medium speed about 3 minutes or until light and creamy. Fold in whipped topping. Fold in chocolate chips and pecans. Spoon about 2 1/2 T. cheese mixture into each pasta shell. Put in shallow container. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hour but no longer than 8 hours. Serve with ice cream topping, and if desired, sprinkle with additional chocolate chips and pecans. Serves 8

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