Butter Mints

Directions

1. 1
   Scald 1/4 cup of whipping cream.
2. 2
   Melt 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter.
3. 3
   Add 1 teaspoon mint flavoring and 1 teaspoon butter flavoring to melted butter.
4. 4
   Add food coloring of choice and intensity to butter mixture.
5. 5
   Add scalded whipping cream to 1 box powdered sugar.
6. 6
   Mix together, using your hands to knead into ball stage.
7. 7
   Add butter mixture to powdered sugar mixture.
8. 8
   Mix well. If necessary, add more sugar until mixture is well formed. Separate mixture into smaller balls and roll out into long strings.
9. 9
   Cut with a knife and place on a dish to air dry for at least 1 1/2 hours.
10. 10
    Place in tightly sealed container.