Lizzie’s Holiday Pate

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Lizzie’s Holiday Pate - A Festive Delicacy
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours 30 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs pork fat ( Cut into thin strips like bacon )
1 lb chicken liver , chopped ( unless you can find duck or goose liver )
1 lb ground veal
1 lb ground pork
1 lb ham , chopped finely
3 eggs
4 garlic cloves
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup cognac ( or Brandy )
4 tablespoons salt
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 cup flour
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 bay leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
840
Sugar
1g
Fat
78g
Lizzie’s Holiday Pate is a traditional French dish enjoyed during the holiday season. The dish is a mixture of pork fat, chicken liver, veal, pork, and ham, mixed with spices and baked to perfection. The pate is usually served cold as an appetizer, and it is often accompanied by crackers, pickles, and mustard. The meat mixture is baked in a dish, and then it is weighted down to compress the ingredients. The result is a rich, smooth, and indulgent dish that is perfect for festive occasions. If you are hosting a party or a festive dinner, Lizzie’s Holiday Pate is sure to impress your guests!

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the pork fat strips, ground veal, ground pork, and finely chopped ham.
2.In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add them to the pork mixture.
3.Add the chopped chicken liver to the bowl and mix the ingredients well.
4.Crush the garlic cloves and mix them into the meat mixture along with the heavy cream, cognac, salt, allspice, cinnamon, flour, and black pepper, until well combined.
5.Grease a baking dish and line it with the two bay leaves.
6.Pour the meat mixture into the baking dish and cover it with a foil.
7.Bake at 325°F for 1 hour 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°F. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
8.Once done, let the pate cool. Remove the bay leaves and drain off excess fat.
9.Place a weight topped with a piece of cardboard on top to compress the pate.
10.Cover and refrigerate overnight or for up to three days. Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This rich and indulgent pate is perfect for holiday indulgences.

It is easy to make and can be made in advance.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and enjoyed for days to come!

CONS

This dish is high in calories and is not recommended for people with health issues related to high fat and salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Lizzie’s Holiday Pate might not be the healthiest dish out there, it is a great source of protein and iron. Iron is an essential nutrient that helps transport oxygen throughout the body. The chicken liver used in this dish is also rich in vitamin B12, which helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells.

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