chocolate covered cherries

In mixing bowl, combine sugar, butter, milk, and extract. mix well. Knead into large ball Roll into individual 1“ balls&flatten each ball into a 2” disc. Wrap around cherry and lightly roll in hands. Place stems up onto waxed paper lined baking sheet. Cover loosely and refrigerate 4-24 hours. Melt chips with shortening in double boiler or micro safe bowl. Holding stem, dip into chocolate; set on wax paper to harden. Store in covered container, refrigerated up to 2 weeks.