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by Brenda Hyde I have a theory. Chocolate is a mom's best friend. Wait, is that a woman's best friend or maybe a kid's best friend? Ok, I have no theory, except that Chocolate is good all year round, any time of day, and especially for Valentine's Day if you need an excuse to serve it. These recipes are appropriately gooey and rich. French Chocolates Ingredients: 8 squares unsweetened chocolate 4 ounces German sweet chocolate 1 can sweetened condensed milk (15 ounces) 1 cup crushed nuts Melt chocolates together in saucepan over very low heat, stirring constantly until smooth. Add condensed milk and mix until smooth and well blended. Cool a few minutes. Shape into balls, using about 1 tsp. for each. Roll in nuts. Makes about 6 dozen. Chewy Chocolates Ingredients: 1/2 pound soft caramels 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 cup pecan halves 4 squares semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled Heat caramels with cream in saucepan over very low heat, stirring const...