Aunt Marsha'S Mint Patties - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted confectioners sugar
2 Tbsp. plus 1 tsp. water
1/4 tsp. mint extract
2 or 3 drops food coloring of choice

Preparation

Combine
sugar,
water\tand extract in a double boiler; add desired color.
Put over simmering water for 3 minutes or until creamy and\tpours from spoon.
Drop nickel sized patties onto waxed paper.
When\tthey dry, you may decorate with icing if you wish.