Macaroons

Ingredients:

2 cups Dessicated Coconut
1 14 oz can Condensed Milk
1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
2 Large Eggs
1/2 cup All-purpose Flour
1 cup Sugar
1/3 cup Butter
1 cup of any one of these : Walnut, Cashew Nut, Glazed Fruit, Raisins (optional)

Cooking Procedure:

Preheat oven 350 degrees Fahrenheit

1. Cream the butter, and add the sugar.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating continously.
3. Blend in the cheese and condensed milk.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the dessicated coconut and all-purpose flour. Add to the egg/milk mixture.
5. Scoop on paper-lined mini muffin pans, and top with glazed fruits or nuts.
6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.


Tips:

•Use a small ice cream scooper to portion the mix evenly in the mini-muffin pan.
•Substitute lime zest or lemon zest instead of vanilla extract for a nice fresh lemon flavor.