PERFECT PEPPERMINT PATTIES

PERFECT PEPPERMINT PATTIES

1 box (1 lb) confectioners' sugar
3 TBSP butter or margarine, softened
2 to 3 tsp peppermint extract
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
2 TBSP shortening

In a bowl, combine first four ingredients. Add milk and mix well. Roll into 1" balls and place on a waxed paper lined cookie sheet. Chill for 20 minutes. Flatten with a glass to 1/4"; chill for 30 more minutes. In a double boiler or microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and shortening. Cip patties; place on waxed paper to harden. Yield: about 5 dozen.