Perfect Peppermint Patties

• 1 box confectioner's (powdered) sugar
• 3 Tbsp. butter or margarine (softened)
• 2-3 tsp. peppermint extract
• 1/4 cup evaporated milk
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 Tbsp. shortening

Directions

In a bowl, combine first 4 ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1 inch balls and place on a waxed paper lined cookie sheet. Chill for 20 minutes.

Flatten with a glass to 1/4 inch and chill for 30 minutes. In a double boiler or microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening. Dip patties and place on waxed paper to harden. Yield: about 5 dozen

By Robin from Washington, IA