PATUM PEPERIUM - THE SECRET IS OUT - GENTLEMAN'S RELISH!

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The recipe for Gentleman's Relish has remained a secret since it was first invented by John Osborn in 1828 and no doubt some, whose taste buds recoil at this intensely salty blend of anchovies, butter, herbs and spices are happy for it to remain secret. However, it is wonderful spread on hot toast and added to scrambled eggs.....as well as adding a "kick" to savoury sauces and sandwiches! It is the essential ingredient for Scotch Woodcock - a Victorian snack served at the end of a meal! (For those who are interested, I have posted the recipe on Zaar!) This is my interpretation of this famous English relish.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

200 g anchovies, drained & coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh white breadcrumbs
150 g butter
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch freshly ground nutmeg
1 pinch ground mace
1 pinch ground ginger
1 dash fresh ground black pepper (good twist)

Steps:

  • Using a mortar and pestle, pound the anchovies and butter until they resemble a smooth paste. You could also use a food processor.
  • Stir in the breadcrumbs, spices and pepper and spoon the paste into a large ramekin. Cover and chill before serving.
  • Serve with scrambled eggs, toast, sandwiches and as a "kick" to savoury sauces!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.3, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 81.8, Sodium 1404.9, Carbohydrate 0.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 9.9

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