Perfect Peppermint Patties

Ingredients:
• 1 lb. confectioners’ sugar
• 3 T butter or margarine, softened
• 2 to 3 tsp. peppermint extract
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/4 C evaporated milk
• 2 C (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 T shortening

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