chocolate/pecan macaroons

How To Make chocolate/pecan macaroons

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  PREP/PREPARE
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  THE MACAROONS
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  Gather your ingredients (Mise en Place).
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  Add the coconut, honey, and egg whites to a large bowl.
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  Mix until combined.
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  Place a rack in the middle position, and preheat the oven to 350f (180c).
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  Place a piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
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  Take 1.5 ounces of the coconut material and press into a 3-inch circle.
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  Chef's Tip: Since the mixture is rather wet, and the liquid will settle to the bottom of the bowl, you should give it a quick mix every time you make a new macaroon.
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  Repeat for the remaining coconut.
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  Place into the preheated oven and bake until golden, about 12-15 minutes.
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  THE FILLING
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  Gather your ingredients (Mise en Place)
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  Add the cream to a small saucepan, and bring up to a simmer.
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  Remove the pan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate, and butter.
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  Gently stir the mixture until fully incorporated.
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  Add the chopped pecans, and stir to incorporate.
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  Chef’s Note: Allow the mixture to cool on the countertop for 15 minutes.
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  Spread some of the chocolate mixture onto one of the macaroons.
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  Place another macaroon on top.
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  Chef's Note: Repeat for the other macaroons.
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  PLATE/PRESENT
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  Place on a plate, along with some good hot coffee, and stand back. Enjoy.
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  Keep the faith and keep cooking.
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