I’ve never met a holiday that I didn’t love to celebrate.  Valentine’s day happens to be one of my favorites.  I love decorating; pulling out all my dishes, plates, teacups pots and more.  China, silver,  and crystal which I collect and use all the time but especially lend a nice touch to Valentine’s Day.

Today I baked up some treats to share with my family.  I made French Macaron cookies and Red Velvet Heart cookies.  Perfect to say Be My Valentine!

These delectable little treats are worth the all the work.  I also like to fill with other flavored filling to change it up!

French Macrons with Vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream

Makes 24-30 shells or 12-15 macarons

3 large egg whites, at room temperature for three hours

1 cup slivered almonds, toasted

2 cups confectioners’ sugar

2 tablespoon sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Red food coloring

Vanilla Swiss Meringue Buttercream