This easy-to-follow recipe doesn't require a sugar thermometer but it does show you how to take your first steps on your macaron journey. Blend the ground almonds and icing sugar in a food ...

The perfect macaron is one that is slightly risen, light, tender and moist with a little "frill" (also called a pied, or foot) at its base. With only a few ingredients, the recipe seems simple ...

For this recipe you will need silicone paper, a sugar thermometer, an electric whisk and a piping bag fitted with a 7mm plain nozzle. For the macarons, preheat the oven to 140C/120C Fan/Gas 1.