Pink Peppermint Frosting      

Ingredients:
2 unbeaten egg whites
1/4 tsp. cream of tartar
1/4 tsp. lemon extract
Dash of salt
1 pkg. powdered sugar
1/3 c. butter, soft
Red food coloring
1/2 c. crushed peppermint stick candy

Directions:
Beat with mixer at high speed until fairly stiff. Add gradually (about a cup at a time), 1 package powdered sugar. Beat until smooth. Scrape bowl often. Add: soft butter and a few drops of red food coloring. Beat until well blended. Stir in: crushed peppermint stick candy. Frost tops and sides of two 8 or 9 inch layers.