Almond Macaroons

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 275F.

2. 2

   In an electric mixer, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks.

3. 3

   Add the lemon zest.

4. 4

   Gradually add the sugar and beat until the whites are very stiff and shiny but not dry.

5. 5

   Fold in the ground almonds.

6. 6

   Cover 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil and spray or grease them.

7. 7

   Using 2 teaspoons, take a heaping teaspoon of batter in one and scoop it off onto the baking sheet using the other teaspoon.

8. 8

   Place the cookies 1 to 1 1/2 inches apart.

9. 9

   Repeat with the rest of the dough.

10. 10

    Bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until the cookies are firm and slightly brown.

11. 11

    Let cool for 5 to 10 minutes before removing the cookies from the baking sheets to a rack.

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    When cool, store in an air-tight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.