Peppermint Patties

1 (14oz.) can sweetened condensed milk............1/4 C. butter, softened

1-1/2 t. peppermint extract.................................5 to 6 C. powdered sugar

2 drops red or green food coloring (optional)......1-1/2 lb. milk or dark chocolate, for dipping

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper & set aside.

Place the condensed milk, extract, butter & food coloring (if desired) in a large mixing bowl. Beat on medium till well blended. Gradually add the powdered sugar till well blended. Form into 1" balls & place on the prepared cookie sheet. Flatten each ball into a 2" patty. Chill for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, chop the chocolate into 1" pieces. Fill the bottom of a double boiler with very hot tap water. Put the chopped chocolate in the top of the double boiler & place over the bottom pan. Stir until chocolate is melted.

When patties are chilled, using a dipping fork or dipping spoon, dip patties into the melted chocolate. Place on parchment paper; let set up at room temperature. Store in a covered container. Yield: 60 patties

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