Taste for seasoning and add another pinch or two of salt if desired..

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate at high power in 30-second bursts until just melted.Stir until smooth.

Dip the top of each sandwich cookie in the chocolate, just enough to coat the almond paste; transfer to the baking sheet.Top each cookie with a walnut half.Let the chocolate set before serving.. Make Ahead.

The cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container between wax paper for up to 5 days..chicken stock or 3 1/2 cups low-sodium broth mixed with 3 1/2 cups of water.

sweet onion, finely chopped.

peeled and coarsely shredded, plus thinly sliced beets for garnish.(8-ounce) container crème fraîche.

juniper berries or 1 (8-inch) branch fresh juniper.mixed tender fresh greens and herbs.

(such as flat-leaf parsley leaves, tarragon leaves, arugula, mizuna, and baby mustard greens).fresh lemon juice or Champagne vinegar.