Midori Macaroons

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl crumble almond paste.
2. 2
   Gradually add sugar.
3. 3
   Add 2 egg whites to almond paste mixture.
4. 4
   Beat until smooth (dough will be stiff).
5. 5
   Insert large star tube in pastry bag.
6. 6
   Fill with dough.
7. 7
   Using a slight swirling motion, squeeze dough onto well-greased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Lift tube 1/4-inch from pan until dough breaks easily.
9. 9
   Or, drop dough from teaspoon onto well-greased cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Bake at 350 F for 15-18 minutes.
11. 11
    Immediately remove from pan, cool on rack, and ice with Midori Icing.
12. 12
    ----MidoriIcing------.
13. 13
    Mix icing ingredients together until spreadable.