Marzipan
Ingredients:
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup blanched almonds (divided)
- 1/8 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 egg white
- 2 cups sifted powdered sugar
- Assorted food colorings
Directions
Position knife blade in processor bowl; add sugar, water, and ½ cup almonds, and cover. Process 30 seconds or until mixture forms a paste.
Add remaining almonds and process 1 minute or until mixture is smooth.
With processor running, pour almond flavoring through food chute; process 10 seconds or until well mixed.
Place egg whites (at room temperature) in a medium mixing bowl; beat until frothy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well to form a soft paste.
Combine egg white mixture and almond mixture, mixing well to form a stiff dough. Refrigerate overnight.
Shape marzipan into assorted miniature fruits and vegetables. Paint with food coloring.