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Mammit's Pecan Macroons

Mammit's Pecan Macroons
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    Julie Dugas's Notes: This recipe is from my great-grandmother, Mammit Laviolette. Growing up, she and Pappit lived behind our house in the countryside of Louisiana. Since pecans were plentiful (hand-picked from...

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Makes 2 dozen

1 quart ground pecans Ask a question about this ingredient

3 egg whites Ask a question about this ingredient

1.5 cups sugar Ask a question about this ingredient

  1. Beat egg whites until stiff, then gradually add sugar.

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  2. Add pecans to mixture and mix well.

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  3. Shape into small balls and place on greased cookie sheet.

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  4. Bake for 30-45 mins @ 275 degrees. Do not overcook, as they harden while cooling.

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