Mints

Directions

1. 1
   Beat cream cheese with fork (we did it 1/2 of cheese at a time so we could make different colors).
2. 2
   Add mint flavor and coloring before sugar.
3. 3
   Add powdered sugar a little at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. 4
   Use all the sugar.
5. 5
   Must be kneaded with hands at the last as it is very stiff.
6. 6
   Wrap dough in waxed paper so it won't dry out.
7. 7
   Pinch of small pieces to fit plastic molds. Dip in granulated sugar.
8. 8
   Press in molds; take off excess around edges.
9. 9
   Push out of mold on waxed paper; let dry.
10. 10
    Makes 2 or 3 dozen.