Marzipan Eggs

Yield: 2 pounds

Ingredients

• 1 pound blanched almonds, finely ground
• 1 pound confectioners' sugar
• 1 to 2 teaspoons orange extract
• Food coloring

Instructions

1. Combine ground almonds, confectioners' sugar and orange extract in a saucepan. Cook until mixture leaves side of pan.
2. Remove from hot pan; cool slightly.
3. Roll mixture into small egg shapes.
4. Paint with food coloring.
5. Place on wax paper to dry for 2 hours.