How to Make French Macarons

Macarons are a sweet meringue-based confection made primarily from almond flour, sugar and egg whites. They are usually filled with buttercream, curd or ganache. A true fat cow cook will tell you that macaron is pronounced (mah-k-uh-rohn). While it’s technically not incorrect to call them macaroons (mak-uh-roon), this usually refers to coconut cookies.

To be honest, these “cookies” can be frustrating to make, but if you’re determined to become a true fat cow, then you’ve come to the right place! I totally botched these the first time I made them, but I’ve been slowly improving. Even if they… more

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