parisian macarons

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Plain Parisian Macarons with Lemon Buttercream
Meg Ray, owner of San Francisco's Parisian-inspired pastry shop Miette, shares how to make picture-perfect macarons doable, not daunting.

Get the recipe: Plain Parisian Macarons with Lemon Buttercream
ginger snaps

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Gingersnaps with Orange-Ginger Cream Filling
What could make a zingy gingersnap even better? Sweet, creamy frosting sandwiched between two gingersnaps!

Get the recipe: Gingersnaps with Orange-Ginger Cream Filling
poppy seed squares

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Poppy Seed Squares with Chocolate Tips
Poppy seeds add both a nutty flavor and a crunchy texture, bringing a savory depth to this shortbread-style dough. Balance it all out with a healthy dunk into sweet melted chocolate.

Get the recipe: Poppy Seed Squares with Chocolate Tips
ginger lemon sandwich cookies

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Gingerbread and Lemon Sandwich Cookies
Combine gingerbread and delicious lemon filling for a festive version of an Oreo cookie.

Get the recipe: Gingerbread and Lemon Sandwich Cookies
pistachio biscotti

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Cornmeal Biscotti with Cranberries and Pistachios
Dried cranberries, toasted pistachios and a bit of orange zest combined are sure to make these biscotti a favorite among friends and family at your next holiday party. Dip them in melted dark chocolate to up the wow factor.

Get the recipe: Cornmeal Biscotti with Cranberries and Pistachios