Peppermint Creams

• 1 egg white
• 1lb Icing sugar
• Oil of peppermint

Beat the egg white until it is frothy but not stiff. Sieve the icing sugar and mix it gradually into the egg white until the mixture is a firm paste. Add peppermint to taste (oil of peppermint gives the best flavour, although peppermint essence can be used). Knead the mixture until it is smooth, and then roll it out on a board dusted with icing sugar. Cut into small circles. If preferred, the m