Black Walnut Macaroons

Ingredients

• 2 egg whites
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped black walnuts
• 1/4 tsp. almond extract

Directions

In a medium mixing bowl, combine egg whites and salt. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff, but not dry. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on high speed, till stiff peaks form. By hand, fold in black walnuts and almond extract. Drop by teaspoonsful onto greased baking sheet. Sprinkle finely chopped black walnuts over tops of cookies. Bake in 350 degree F oven about 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack to cool. Makes about 36 small macaroons.

By Robin from Washington, IA