In large bowl, beat butter until fluffy; gradually beat in sugar
until light and fluffy. Beat in peanut butter, egg and vanilla until
smooth.
Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually mix half into peanut
butter mixture. Using hands, mix in remaining flour mixture to form
stiff dough; refrigerate for 45 minutes.
Filling: Meanwhile, melt chocolate with butter in bowl over hot (not
boiling) water. Let cool.
Divide dough in half. On lightly floured surface, roll each half
into 10x8-inch rectangle. Spread each rectangle with half of the
chocolate mixture.
Starting from the long side, roll up each rectangle jelly-roll style
to form 2 long rolls. Wrap separately, seam side down, in plastic
wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 8 hours or up to 12 hours.
Using sharp knife, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place 1-1/2 inch
apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake in 375F 190 °C oven for
10-12 minutes or until lightly browned.
Transfer to rack; let cool. (Can be stored in airtight container for
up to 1 week.)
Holly Thomas, Brampton, Ontario, Canada
|