Butter Mint Candy

2-1/2 cup xxx sugar

3 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons cream

1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract. (can also use spearmint or wintergreen)

1. Combine above ingredients.
2. Divide in several small portions and add food coloring 
3. Roll each section into a 1/2" rope.
4. Refrigerate until firm.
5. Cut into slices or press into a candy mold.
6. Allow to stand on wax paper overnight.