Pâté with pomegranate gelee is a classic dish that combines the richness of liver pâté with the tart sweetness of pomegranate gelee. This elegant appetizer or main course is sure to impress your guests. The pâté is typically made with chicken or duck liver, which is seasoned with herbs and spices and then cooked until it is tender. The pomegranate gelee is made with pomegranate juice, sugar, and pectin, and it is poured over the pâté after it has been cooked. The result is a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing.
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GRATED VEGETABLE PATTIES WITH POMEGRANATE SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large bowl, to the grated vegetables, add the eggs, flour and seasonings. Combine well. Turn mixture into a greased and floured cake pan and bake about 1 1/2 hours, or until patty is crusty brown. Cut into slices and serve with Pomegranate Sauce.
- POMEGRANATE SAUCE: In a saucepan, cook all ingredients over high heat 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat and simmer about 10 minutes until sauce reduces, add cornstarch and water to thicken.
PATE WITH POMEGRANATE GELEE
Champagne and pate are holiday favorites, but the flavor of an in-season fruit stars here: A tart pomegranate gelatin glosses the surface of pate, which is made with chicken livers and served with baguette slices.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Line a 6-inch square pan or a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap; set aside. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add livers, mushrooms, shallots, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until livers are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, the wine, and thyme. Reduce heat to low. Cover; cook until liquid has reduced and mushrooms are very soft, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
- Transfer mixture to a food processor. Add remaining 3/4 cup butter and 11/2 teaspoons salt; process until smooth, about 3 minutes. Transfer to prepared pan, and refrigerate until cool, about 30 minutes.
- Sprinkle gelatin over 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice in a bowl; let stand until softened, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare an ice-water bath. Heat remaining juice until warm; add to gelatin mixture. Stir until dissolved. Set bowl in ice-water bath; let cool to room temperature, stirring. Slowly pour over pate; refrigerate until firm, 3 hours or overnight. Lift up on plastic wrap to unmold. Serve with toast or crackers.
POMEGRANATE GELATIN
Steps:
- Place 1/2 cup of the pomegranate juice into a medium mixing bowl and sprinkle the gelatin on top. Set aside.
- Place the remaining juice and the sugar into a small saucepan and place over high heat. Bring just to a boil. Remove from the heat and add to the juice and gelatin mixture, stirring to combine. Place the bowl into the refrigerator and chill, just until the mixture begins to set up, approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator and stir in the seeds. Place into a 2 cup mold of your choice or 4 1/2 cup individual molds and chill until set.
CHICKEN LIVER MOUSSE WITH RIESLING-THYME GELéE
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Condiment/Spread Wine Appetizer Christmas Thyme Christmas Eve Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For mousse:
- Mellow the flavor of the chicken livers by placing them in a glass bowl with 2 cups milk. Cover; chill for 2 hours. Drain; discard milk. Return livers to same bowl, add the remaining 2 cups milk, cover, and chill for 2 more hours (or overnight). Drain; discard milk and rinse livers. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Set a fine-mesh strainer over a medium bowl; set aside. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add shallots and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, until shallots are very soft, about 10 minutes. Add livers, increase heat to medium, and cook, turning once, until livers are firm but still pink inside, about 4 minutes. Remove pan from heat and stir in Calvados. Return to heat; cook until Calvados is reduced by half, about 30 seconds. Discard thyme.
- Transfer liver mixture to a food processor; add 2 teaspoons salt and pepper. Process until smooth. With processor running, add remaining butter by tablespoonfuls until all butter is incorporated. Transfer mousse to prepared strainer. Using a rubber spatula, press mousse through strainer. Rinse and dry strainer, then strain mousse again, discarding solids in strainer. Divide among small jars. Chill until firm, 1-2 hours.
- For gelée and toasts:
- Place 1/4 cup water in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over water and let stand until softened, about 10 minutes. Microwave gelatin mixture until gelatin dissolves and mixture becomes clear, about 30 seconds. Add sugar; stir until dissolved. Stir in wine.
- Spoon gelée over mousse in jars, forming a 1/4" layer (not all gelée may be used). Top each jar with thyme sprigs or leaves, if desired. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until gelée is set, about 1 hour. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Keep chilled.
- Preheat oven to 450°F. Arrange bread triangles on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush with melted butter. Bake until golden brown, about 5 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
- Let mousse soften slightly at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving with toasts.
PASSION-FRUIT GELEES
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Candy Dessert Christmas Kid-Friendly New Year's Eve Winter Passion Fruit Boil Gourmet Fat Free Kidney Friendly Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Small Plates
Yield Makes about 4 dozen candies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Lightly oil baking pan.
- Sprinkle gelatin over water in a 2-quart heavy saucepan and let stand 4 minutes to soften. Heat gelatin over medium-low heat, stirring, until dissolved. Stir in 2 cups sugar until dissolved, then stir in lemon juice.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, washing any sugar crystals down side of pan with a pastry brush dipped in cold water. Reduce heat to medium-low and boil, uncovered, without stirring, 13 minutes (watch carefully so that mixture does not boil over). Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes for bubbles to dissipate. (Skim any foam that remains after 5 minutes.) Stir in passion-fruit purée (do not scrape bottom of pan; leave any dark bits that stick). Pour into baking pan and let stand at room temperature until set, at least 12 hours.
- Run a sharp knife around edge of gelatin and invert onto a cutting board. Cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips, then cut strips into 1-inch pieces. Just before serving, gently toss gelées in a bowl of sugar to coat, brushing off excess.
Tips:
- To make the perfect pate, start with high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful meat or poultry is essential. Use a variety of herbs and spices to create a complex flavor profile.
- Process the meat or poultry until it is very smooth. This will ensure a light and airy texture.
- Chill the pate thoroughly before serving. This will help it to set and firm up.
- Garnish the pate with fresh herbs, fruits, or nuts before serving. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the pate with crackers, bread, or vegetables. It can also be used as a sandwich spread or filling for canapes.
Conclusion:
Pate is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With a little planning and effort, you can make a pate that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a special appetizer or main course, give pate a try!
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