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Directions
1 1/4 c blanched and lightly toasted
: almonds
3/4 c powdered sugar
2 ts all-purpose flour
2 lg egg whites
1/3 c granulated sugar
1 ts grated lemon zest
1 ts almond extract
In a food processor, grind the almonds to a powder by pulsing off and
on to keep the powder loose. Mix the almonds with the powdered sugar
and flour. In a separate a bowl, beat the egg whites to soft peaks.
Gradually beat in the granulated sugar until stiff. Fold in the lemon
zest and almond extract. Pipe the mixture with a pastry bag using a
round 1/4-inch tip into 1 1/2-inch rounds onto baking sheets lined
with lightly buttered waxed paper or parchment. Bake in a preheated
275-degree oven for 1 hour, checking to make sure the amaretti don't
brown. Turn off the oven and let the amaretti dry out for an
additional hour--they should be very crisp. Store them in an airtight
container in the refrigerator or freezer.
Yield: Approximately 24 cookies
Recipe By :COOK'S CHOICE SHOW #CH1215
Date: Fri, 18 Oct 1996 12:45:37
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Servings: 4 servings
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