Mints
["3 Tbsp. soft butter or margarine", "1/4 c. cream", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 lb. (4 c.) confectioners sugar", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1 tsp. peppermint extract", "food coloring (optional)"]
["Mix the ingredients together with hands.", "Take a small amount and roll into long strips, about 3/4-inch in diameter on a powdered surface.", "Slice with butter knife or use a cookie press. Let dry overnight."]
["butter", "cream", "salt", "confectioners sugar", "vanilla", "peppermint", "food coloring"]