Microwave Mints

Directions

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   In
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   a 2-quart glass measure, combine sugar, corn syrup, milk and cream of tartar.
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   Cook on High (Maximum
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   power) for 5 to
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   6 minutes or until a few drops of mixture
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   in
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   cold
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   water forms
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   a soft ball (238° on candy thermometer).
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    Let
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    stand
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    3 minutes
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    to cool
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    slightly.
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    Beat with mixer
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    until
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    creamy. Flavor with 8 to 10 drops of peppermint extract and color with food
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    coloring. Drop mixture by teaspoonful onto
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    foil.
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    When cool, store in airtight container.