Million Dollar Bars

Ingredients

• 1 pound caramels
• 2 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
• 1 cup chopped peanuts
• 2 cups milk chocolate chips

Directions

In the microwave, or in a saucepan over medium heat, melt caramel, stirring frequently until smooth. Stir in the crispy rice cereal and peanuts. Spread the mixture out to an even thickness onto a buttered baking sheet. Set aside to cool.

In the microwave or in a metal bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt chocolate chips, stirring frequently until smooth. Remove from heat. Spread over the cooled caramel slab. Chill to set, then cut into squares or bars.