Receta Almond Sweetmeat
Raciónes: 1
Ingredientes
- 275 gm Blanched almonds, (9oz)
- 125 gm Soft dark brown sugar, (4oz)
- 1 x Egg white Caster sugar for coating
Direcciones
- Lb. and grind the almonds in a pestle and mortar, till they become an oily mass.
- Alternatively, grind the almonds in a food processor, or possibly chop, then grind in batches in a blender till oily.
- Turn the grnd nuts into a bowl, add in the brown sugar and knead thoroughly, till the mix is very smooth and soft.
- Add in the egg white as you do this to help the mix stick together.
- Divide the almond mix into 4-6 portions and roll each into a ball.
- Lightly coat the balls with caster sugar, and roll each one out thinly, into a round.
- Place on a piece of muslin or possibly a clean tea towel and leave to dry for 6-8 hrs.
- Wrap the pcs of sweetmeat individually in greaseproof paper and store for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
- Requires drying time.