Pistachio Macarons | La Cucina Grandinetti

Ingredients

• 150 grams finely ground blanched almonds (if possible, use Trader Joes sliced dry roasted almonds)
• 150 grams finely ground pistachios
• 300 grams powdered sugar
• 300 grams extra fine granulated sugar
• 220 grams aged Egg Whites at room temperature
• Green food coloring
• 1/2 teaspoon of pure pistachio extract
• 12 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 pound (4 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
• 1 to 2 teaspoons pure pistachio extract