Chocolate Fondue

• 1/4 c. (1/2 stick) margarine or butter
• 1/4 c. chunky or creamy peanut butter
• 1 pkg. (4-serving size) Chocolate Flavor Cook & Serve Pudding & Pie Filling
• 2 cups light cream or half-and-half
• Animal crackers, cake cubes and fruit pieces, for dipping

Microwave margarine and peanut butter in 2-quart microwavable bowl, on HIGH 30 to 60 seconds, stirring until melted and smooth. Stir in pudding mix and cream. Microwave 1 minute; stir. Microwave an additional 4 to 5 minutes or until mixture is thickened, stirring every minute.

Cool slightly (cover pudding surface with plastic wrap to prevent skin from forming). Serve warm with animal crackers, cake cubes and fruit pieces for dipping.

• Yields: 3 cups
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes