Candy Cane Macarons

This is my 4^th attempt at making macarons, but the 1^st of what I would call “successful”. I’ve tried different cookbook recipes, different flavours, but this is the first one I am more than thrilled to share with you. I won’t bother writing the recipe down as I’m pretty sure that’s what we call “plagiarism.” I’m only sharing my pictures and sending you on your way to the only recipe I trust! Annie’s Eats is, hands down, my favourite food blog. I read it almost daily and want to try pretty much every recipe she posts, not to mention her food photography is to die for!

Please make these for yourself, and definitely consider trying the various flavours she’s posted on. Enjoy!

Candy Cane Macarons can be found on this webpage of Annie’s Eats.

My only advice for these finicky cookies would be that you not make them on a rainy day. Your environment needs to be dry, and you need to be patient and not overwork ANYTHING. Good Luck!

Bon Appetit!

Zucchini Soup “Verdurette”

I grew up with this French soup, except I’ve revamped it a little bit as my mother does NOT like to add broth, salt or any flavour to her cooking. It’s creamy, healthy and pretty darn good for a soup with only three ingredients!

Ingredients:

6 medium sized zucchinis (cut into large chunks with peels)

3 cups of vegetable broth

6 Vache-qui-rit Cheese triangles (one per zucchini)

1. Bring broth and zucchini to boil in a large pot.

2. Let simmer for 20-30 minutes.

3. Use immersion blender until creamy.

4. Add cheese, let it melt and stir until combined.

Bon Appetit!