Layered Mint Chocolate Fudge

1 (12 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk

2 t. vanilla extract

6 oz. white confectioners' coating

1 T. peppermint extract

1 drop green food coloring, optional

In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt chips with 1 cup sweetened condensed milk; add vanilla.

Spread half the mixture into wax paper-lined 8-inch or 9-inch square pan; chill 10 minutes or until firm. Hold remaining chocolate mixture at room temperature.

In heavy saucepan, over low heat, melt white confectioners' coating with remaining sweetened condensed milk (mixture will be thick). Add peppermint extract and food coloring if desired. Spread on chilled chocolate layer chill 10 minutes longer or until firm.