Perfect Peppermint Patties

* Exported from MasterCook Mac *

Perfect Peppermint Patties

Recipe By : Morris Hymes <mhymes@DC.INFI.NET>
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Candies

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pound confectioners' sugar
3 tbsp butter or margarine, softened
2 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp shortening

In a bowl, combine first four ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll
into 1-in. balls and place on a waxed paper-lined cookie sheet. Chill for
20 minutes. Flatten with a glass to 1/4 in.; chill for 30 minutes. In a
double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening.
Dip patties; place on waxed paper to harden and freeze for a short while.
Yield: about 5 dozen.



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