Marzipan I

1. 1

   Dust a marble or wood board with a few tablespoons of the confectioners sugar.

2. 2

   Place the almond paste on the board and make a well in the center of the paste.

3. 3

   Add the egg whites and 1 cup of the remaining confectioners sugar.

4. 4

   Knead the mixture together (see page 31), adding the remaining confectioners sugar as needed to make a smooth and pliable texture (about 5 minutes).

5. 5

   Marzipan should have the consistency of pie dough when completed.

6. 6

   Tightly wrapped in plastic, the marzipan will keep for 3 months in the refrigerator or 6 months in the freezer.

7. 7

   Bring the marzipan to room temperature before using.

8. 8

   Optional flavorings for marzipan include 1 to 2 tablespoons liqueur, 1 to 2 tablespoons espresso, or 1 to 2 teaspoons extract (lemon, vanilla, orange).

9. 9

   Knead in the flavoring with the egg whites.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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