Chocolate Covered Peppermint Patties
1 cup mashed potatoes
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons melted butter
2 teaspoons peppermint extract
8 cups confectioners' sugar
8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
2 tablespoons shortening
In a large bowl, mix together the potatoes, salt, butter, and
peppermint extract. Gradually mix in confectioners' sugar; mix in
enough to make a workable dough, between 6 and 8 cups.
Knead slightly, and roll into cherry-size balls. Flatten balls to
form patties. Arrange on sheets of wax paper, and allow to dry
overnight.
Place chocolate and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in
microwave, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Dip
patties in melted chocolate, and let cool on wax paper.
4 dozen |