These fun cookies are a version of my grandmother's. They originally call for shortening, but in the face of all that is known about trans fats these days, I opted for butter this time. We usually make these cookies pink, which makes them the best co
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1 cup butter, softened
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1/4 cup milk
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6 tablespoons sugar
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1/4 teaspoon mint extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 oz confetti candy (multi-colored non-pareils)
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green food coloring
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powdered sugar
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Notes:
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Yields 2 dozen cookies
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Variations:
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Variations: For a different flavor, substitute 1 teaspoon of vanilla or almond extract for the mint extract.