It's been awhile...
Between the play, the end of school year, and my second job, I haven't had much time to cook or blog. I did make one recipe last weekend. And it's a weird one.
May would have been a busy month for Lottie, too. Her birthday was May 1, Her first baby (Robert) was born May 14, and her anniversary was May 17.
I worked on Sunday, with Cathy. I realized how weird this recipe sounded when I saw the expression on her face. At one point last winter, I promised her that I would bring treats in once in awhile. When I described "Marguerites" to her, as asked her if she wanted me to bring her some:
"No."
Basically, it's a meringue on a saltine cracker. I give it 6/10. I wouldn't ever take it to any kind of function, because frankly, they're ugly. They taste okay, good for an after school graze. And remember, use nuts, no specific kind given,, I used walnuts. Moderate oven, I guessed 350? But make sure that syrup is exactly238 degrees, or the moon will go dark and your kitchen walls will start oozing lime jello.
Marguerites
1 3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 egg whites, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup nuts, chopped
1/8 tsp. salt
1 tbsp butter
40 soda crackers
Boil sugar and water to soft ball stage or 238 degrees, then pour over beaten egg whites and beat until stiff. Add vanilla, nuts, salt, vanilla and butter. Drop by spoonfuls on the crackers and bake in moderate oven until light brown.
