~Marzipan Recipe,2nd Choice~

MARZIPAN 2ND CHOICE RECIPE

~Makes: 750g (1 1/2 lb)

Ground almonds 125g
Water 250ml
good pinch CREAM of TARTAR
Caster Sugar 500g
Beaten Egg 1no
Ratafia or Almond Ass. 1tsp


~Method:

1. Dissolve the sugar in the water over low heat.

2. Do not allow it to boil until the sugar has completely dissolved. Wash down the side of the saucepan with a wet pastry brush.

3. Allow the mixture to boil to 120celcius without stirring. Remove from the heat and leave to cool for exactly 20 minutes.

4. Add the cream of tartar, almonds, egg and essence and beat with wooden spoon until thick and creamy. Leave to cool.

5. Place the Marzipan on a board and knead until smooth. Use immediately.



~Chef Jay~