1/3 c. light corn syrup
1/4 c. butter, softened
1 tsp. peppermint extract
1/2 tsp. salt
1 lb. sifted powdered sugar (4 3/4 c.)
Red and greed food coloring

Blend corn syrup, butter, extract, and salt. Add sugar; mix with spoon and hands until smooth. Divide into thirds; knead 1 drop red food coloring into 1/3 and 1 drop green food coloring into another third.

Leave remaining third white. Shape into small balls; flatten with fork on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Let dry several hours. Makes 72 patties.