Peppermint Candy

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   Mix sugar, cream of tartar and water in a medium saucepan.

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   Boil to 238F (soft ball stage) on a candy thermometer.

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   Remove from stove and cool without stirring.

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   When cooled add peppermint.

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   Beat until creamy.

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   Divide and color each portion with food coloring into pastels, if you'd like.

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   Drop from a teaspoon onto wax paper.

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   *For other flavors, use lemon, orange, or another extract flavor, instead of peppermint.

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    **This recipe makes about 54 candies.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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