Mix together:

• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 1 1/4 cups butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Divide dough into two parts. Place in two bowls.

In bowl #1, add:

• 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
• 1/2 teaspoon red food coloring

Directions:

1. Roll out plain dough and cut into strips.
2. Do the same with the red dough.
3. Place white and red ropes together and twist.
4. Form candy cane shape and place on cookie sheet.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 8 minutes.