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Peppermint Patties
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon peppermint extract
Green or red food coloring, optional
6 cups confectioners' sugar
Additional confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 pounds chocolate-flavored candy coating*, melted
In large mixer bowl, combine condensed milk, extract and food coloring if desired. Add 6 cups confectioners'sugar; beat on low speed until smooth and well blended. Turn mixture onto surface sprinkled with confectioners sugar.
Knead lightly to form smooth ball. Shape into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on wax paper-lined baking sheets. Flatten each ball into a 1½-inch patty.
Let dry 1 hour or longer; turn over and let dry at least 1 hour. With fork, dip each patty into warm candy coating (draw fork lightly across rim of pan to remove excess coating). Invert onto wax paper-lined baking sheets; let stand until firm. Store covered at room temperature or in refrigerator. Makes about 8 dozen
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