Peanut Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. sugar
2/3 c. white Karo
1 c. milk
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. raw peanuts

Preparation

Combine all ingredients and cook slowly until mixture reaches softball stage on candy thermometer.
Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon red food coloring and 1 cup powdered sugar.
Stir until mixture begins to thicken.
Drop by spoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.
Leave room as patties will spread out.