Peppermint Candy
- 4 egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners sugar
- 1/4 cup minced fresh peppermint leaves
- green food coloring (optional)
Beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until very stiff. Add the confectioners sugar and beat until very thick. Gently fold in the peppermint. Drop by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet and bake at 250F for approx. 35 minutes or until dry. Allow to cool. Keep stored in airtight containers.
