Triple Treats Candy

Melt the chocolate chips and shortening over hot (not boiling water). Stir until melted and smooth. Pour half into and 8 inch greased foil-lined pan, spread evenly. Refrigerate until firm (approx. 15 minutes.) Return remaining chocolate mixture to low heat.

Melt the caramels, butter and water over low heat, stirring until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of walnut pieces. Pour into chocolate lined pan. Spread evenly. Refrigerate until tacky, about 15 minutes. Top with remaining chocolate mixture. Return to refrigerator and chill until firm ( about 1 hour). Cut into 1 by 2 inch rectangles. Refrigerate until ready to serve.