Shelly's Recipe

PEPPERMINT PATTIES

Category: Candy

1 lb confectioners sugar
3 tbsp butter, softened
2-3 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp shortening

In a bowl, combine first 4 ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1 inch balls and place on waxed paper-lined cookie sheet. Chill for 20 minutes. Flatten with a glass to 1/4 inch thickness; chill for 30 minutes.

Melt chocolate and shortening. Dip patties and place on waxed paper to harden. Makes about 5 dozen.