FINNAN-HADDIE CANAPES

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Smoked haddock, known as finnan haddie after the Scottish village Findon, is available in some fish markets. Salt cod makes a good substitute and is generally easier to find.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 pound smoked haddock or salt cod
4 cups milk
1 clove garlic, peeled
6 sprigs fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
1 small potato, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
3 tablespoons freshly grated horseradish, or to taste
1 baguette (12 inches long), sliced into 1/4-inch-thick slices on the diagonal
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the smoked haddock in a large bowl, and cover with cold water. Soak fish 4 hours, changing water every 30 minutes. Alternatively, keep bowl under a thin stream of constantly running water. If using salt cod, soak the fish 12 hours.
  • Remove haddock from water; discard any bones. Transfer fish to saucepan. Add milk, garlic, thyme and potato. Set over medium-low heat; simmer until haddock is very soft, about 1 hour. Pour mixture through a sieve set over bowl; discard thyme and milk. Transfer solids to a large bowl.
  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Using a fork, gently mash the haddock, potato, and garlic together, adding enough cream to make a thick paste. Add the salt and pepper, and stir in the horseradish.
  • Place the bread slices on a baking sheet, and toast until golden. Brush toast with olive oil, and spread fish paste on top. Garnish servings with the fresh thyme.

Hinewairangi Takuta
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Overall, I thought these canapés were pretty good. They were easy to make and they tasted good. I would definitely make them again.


Fahad 47
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I love the idea of these canapés, but I think the recipe needs some tweaking. I'm going to try experimenting with different ingredients and see if I can come up with a better version.


Sakil Dewan
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These canapés were a bit bland. I think they could have used some more seasoning.


Brian Fenimore-Klein
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I thought the canapés were okay, but I wouldn't make them again. They were a bit too rich for my taste.


uzzal mahmud
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing. I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my canapés didn't turn out as well as I expected.


Raushan Kumar Mandal
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These canapés were a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a different type of fish.


Tristan Jaco
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I've never had Finnan Haddie before, but I'm so glad I tried these canapés. They were delicious!


Techno Stream
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These canapés are a great way to use up leftover Finnan Haddie. I always have some in my freezer and it's nice to have a quick and easy recipe to use it up.


Roman Khan
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but I really enjoyed these canapés. The smoked flavor of the Finnan Haddie was not overpowering and the cream cheese and capers balanced it out nicely.


Shabuj Biswas
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I made these canapés for a brunch party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the Finnan Haddie.


shay shevach
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These canapés are so elegant and easy to make. I love serving them at cocktail parties.


Vincent Omollo
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I was a bit skeptical about trying Finnan Haddie, but these canapés changed my mind. The fish was mild and flavorful, and the overall flavor combination was delightful.


Waleed Khalid
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I've made these canapés several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of smoked fish, cream cheese, and capers is just perfect.


Ivett Ramirez
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These Finnan Haddie Canapés were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.