GOOD - GOODY GUMDROPS

      3 envelopes unflavored gelatin
   1-1/4 cups water, divided
   1-1/2 cups sugar
       1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepermint extract.
      Green and red food coloring
      Additional sugar
     * In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup water ; let stand for 5 minutes in a small saucepan, bring sugar and remaining water to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.  Add the gelatin; reduce heat.  Simmer and stir for 5 minutes.  Remove from the heat and stir in extract.
     * Divide mixture into two small bowls; add four drops green food coloring to one bowl and four drops red to the other.  Pour into two greased 8-in. x 4 - in.  Loaf pans. Chill 3 hours or until firm.
     * Losen edges from pan with a knife; turn onto a sugared board.  Cut into 1/2 cubes; roll in sugar.  Let stand at room temperature, uncovered, for 3-4 hours, turning every hour so all sides dry.  Cover and chili.
     YIELD : ABOUT 1 POUND.

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