These sweet almond macaroons, traditionally eaten during the eight-day Jewish festival of Passover, are easy to make from few ingredients. This gluten-free heirloom recipe was sent to us by delicious. reader Miriam Lewis; it was passed down to Miriam through her mother’s family. Miriam says: “My family have been making these for generations, even in the 1940s when almonds were scarce, and eggs and sugar were rationed.” If you’re looking for the French version, you can find an easy-to-make macaroon recipe here.