Microwave Candy Bar Fudge

1/2 cup margarine or butter
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
3-1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
30 vanilla caramels
1 tablespoon water
2 cups unsalted peanuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate pieces
1/2 cup milk chocolate pieces

Line a 9x9x2-inch pan with foil, extending over edges; set aside. In a
microwave-safe bowl micro-cook margarine or butter, uncovered, on 100%
power (high) for 45 seconds to 2 minutes or till melted. Stir in cocoa
powder, brown sugar, and milk. Cook, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 to
2-1/2 minutes or till mixture comes to a boil, stirring once. Stir
again. Cook for 1 minute more. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla.
Spread into pan. In a glass bowl combine caramels and the water. Cook,
uncovered, on 50% power (medium) 3 1/2 to 5 minutes or till melted,
stirring once. Stir in nuts; spread over fudge. In a 2-cup glass
measure cook chocolate on medium for 2 to 3 minutes or till melted,
stirring once. Spread atop caramel. Chill till chocolate is firm.
Remove from pan; cut into squares. Serve at room temperature. Store in
refrigerator. Makes 64 pieces.

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