Peppermint Patties

FROM THE FOOD CHANNEL (foodchannel.com)
4 1/2cups powdered sugar
3tbsps melted butter
2 1/2tsps mint extract
1/2tsp vanilla
1/4cup evaporated milk
CHOCOLATE FOR DIPPING
2cups chocolate chips
2tbsps solid shortening

Directions:

1. Mix all together in a bowl & chill.
2. Roll into balls, which may be flattened out into patties or rolled into sticks.

3. Dip in melted chocolate and let harden.
CHOCOLATE FOR DIPPING:

4. Melt chocolate chips & shortening together in microwave.

*Note: Freeze these candies between steps to make them easier to mold. Of course, that means you can store them in the freezer, too, and just pull out as needed for quick holiday refreshment.

http://www.foodchannel.com/recipes/1607-peppermint-patties