Mint Shortbread Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Beat in the egg, then stir in the mint extract.
3. 3
   Combine the flour and salt; stir into the sugar mixture.
4. 4
   Add several of drops of food coloring until desired shade of green, mixing well.
5. 5
   Roll into a log, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 400°F
7. 7
   Slice into 1/4-inch slices and place on cookie sheets.
8. 8
   Bake for 9 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly golden at the edges.
9. 9
   Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
10. 10
    Drizzle with melted white and/or dark chocolate if desired.