Mary Randolph'S Macaroons

1. 1

   Combine paste, 3/4 cup sugar, and almond extract in a large mixing bowl; beat well. Add egg whites (at room temperature), mixing well. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a small mixing bowl. Add to almond mixture, blending well.

2. 2

   Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto parchment-lined cookie sheets. Flatten center of each cookie with the back of a wet teaspoon; sprinkle lightly with 2 tablespoons sugar. Let cookies stand 2 hours at room temperature.

3. 3

   Bake at 300u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool slightly on cookie sheets. Remove from parchment, and cool completely on wire racks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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