CHICKEN LIVER MOUSSE

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A rich, custardlike mousse is included on the paté plate with high success at La Boucherie. Liver loves bacon, so fry a few pieces and enjoy this highly palatable first course. -Matthew Lawrence, Vashon, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup water
1/3 cup chopped onion
4 bay leaves
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 pound chicken livers
1 tablespoon brandy
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/4 cups butter, softened
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the water, onion, bay leaves, thyme sprigs and garlic. Bring to a boil; add chicken livers. Cook, uncovered, for 3-5 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, stirring frequently. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves and thyme sprigs; drain., Transfer liver mixture to a food processor; add the brandy, salt and pepper. Cover and process until livers are coarsely chopped. Gradually add butter, 2 tablespoons at a time, processing after each addition until smooth. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 24g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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