Easy Mints

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Title: EASY MINTS
Categories: Candies
Yield: 12 Servings

1/4 c Butter or margarine
2 tb Water
1/4 ts Salt
1/2 ts Peppermint extract
3 1/2 c Confectioner's sugar; to 3 3
Food coloring; optional

Recipe by: Domino Confectioners Sugar pkg Combine butter and water; place
over low heat until butter melts. Remove from heat; add salt and extract.
Gradually add sugar blending until desired consistency is reached. If
colored candies are desired, divide candy in parts and tint various shades
by working several drops of food coloring into each part. Knead until
smooth. Mold into individual candies or form small rolls to slice. If rolls
are refrigerated, allow to return to room temperature before slicing. Use
candies without storing. Yield: 1 pound mints

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