almond extract, what to do with it? Also, suggestions on tiny herb garden!

[panur_links]

On the almond extract: So far I've used it once in a cake, and I liked it very much, but i was wondering what else could I do with it? I love almonds, and the smell of the extract it so nice, so I'm looking any recipes (especially desserts/cakes/cookies/muffins) that will help me use it up!

On the herb garden: I'm planning to start a tiny herb

Comments

[tisiphone]

Almond extract: My mom makes these amazing Chinese almond cookies. Her recipe is basically this one, though she uses all shortening (which makes them white) http://chinesefood.about.com/od/dessertcookies/r/almondcookies.htm They're amazing.

Herbs: Rosemary and thyme! Fresh rosemary is an absolute revelation, and it smells nice as it grows. Thyme is very flexible and easy to grow in pots.

[anais_pf]

Here's what I use almond extract for: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/amaretto/detail.aspx

But you can substitute almond extract for the vanilla that's called for in ANY recipe, and it will turn out delicious.

[kayre]

Or use half vanilla, half almond.

[sezabelle]

My new favorite thing to do with almond extract I found when making some refrigerator oatmeal. Mango + almond = super tasty!!

[whyintellectual]

I put Almond Oil in sugar cookies along with orange zest.

I have also put a bit in chocolate chip cookies with no ill effects.

[anita_margarita]

Mint will absolutely take over everywhere so you have to be careful to confine it. Basil and parsley will need to be reseeded every year.

Personally, I use thyme a great deal.

[jenni411]

This, all of this. I put thyme in *everything.* Also rosemary.