Step 1

Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 2

Place half of the chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in short intervals of about 30 seconds at a time, until melted and smooth.

Step 3

Pour chocolate mixture into pan and spread into an even layer. Refrigerate until firm.

Step 4

Melt caramels, butter and water in a pan over low to medium heat until melted and smooth.

Step 5

Stir in chopped pecans.

Step 6

Remove pan from refrigerator and spread caramel mixture evenly over the chocolate layer.

Step 7

Place pan back into refrigerator until tacky, about 15 minutes.

Step 8

Place remaining half of the chocolate chips and shortening in the microwave safe bowl. Microwave in short intervals of about 30 seconds at a time, until melted and smooth.

Step 9

Pour chocolate mixture over caramel and spread into an even layer. Place in refrigerator until firm.

Step 10

Cut into squares.