1 stick butter
1 lb. powdered sugar
1 tbsp. milk
8 drops of peppermint (available at prescription counters)
Food colors

Slowly melt butter. Remove from burner immediately. Add milk and oil of peppermint and coloring. Slowly stir in powdered sugar a little at a time. The last part may need to be kneaded a little. When all together, knead in a ball. The longer you knead it the creamier your mints will be. cut with center of doughnut cutter; place on waxed paper and put in refrigerator to store.