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ALMOND PASTE

Almond paste is a mixture of ground almonds mixed with confectioners' sugar (powdered sugar) and a little liquid such as glycerin or glucose syrup.  It is mainly used in pastries as a flavoring.  Almond paste is similar to marzipan, but is less sweet. It is available in many supermarkets in 6 or 8 ounce packages.
 

1 pound almond paste = 1 1/2 cups
1 cup = 11 oz 1 oz = 1 1/2 TB
1 TB = 3/4 oz