Butter Mints

Ingrediants:

1/4 C. Softened Butter
1/3 C. Light Corn Syrup
1/2 t. Salt
1 t. Peppermint or Spearmint Extract
1 Box (1 lb.) Powdered Sugar
Food Coloring (optional)

Method:

Mix all ingrediants except sugar until smooth
Sift sugar and add gently to butter mixture, stirring until smooth.
Knead in any remaining sugar with hands.
Roll to 1/4" thick.
Cut with knife or small cookie cutters into desired shapes.
Allow to harden