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How To Make Chicken Liver Pâté With A Touch of Cognac

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HomeCooking With CognacHow To Make Chicken Liver Pâté With A Touch of Cognac

If you’re looking for a luxurious and decadent appetizer to serve at your next dinner party or special occasion, look no further than chicken liver pâté with a touch of cognac. This classic French dish is creamy, savory, and full of flavor, with the addition of a small amount of cognac providing an extra layer of complexity to the dish. While it may seem intimidating to make at home, this recipe is surprisingly easy and can be whipped up in no time. We’ll walk you through the steps of making chicken liver pâté with cognac, so you can impress your guests with your culinary skills.

Here’s a great recipe for chicken liver pâté that includes cognac for an extra layer of flavor.

Chicken Liver Pate With Crunchy Baguette
Chicken Liver Pate With Crunchy Baguette

Ingredients:

1 pound of chicken livers, trimmed
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/2 cup of unsalted butter, divided
1/4 cup of dry white wine
2 tablespoons of heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon of dried sage
2 tablespoons of cognac
Salt and black pepper to taste
Baguette or crackers for serving
Instructions:

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add the chicken livers to the skillet and cook until they are browned on the outside and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the white wine, thyme, sage, and cognac to the skillet and cook until the liquid is reduced by half, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove the skillet from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until smooth.

Add the remaining 1/4 cup of butter and heavy cream to the food processor and pulse until the mixture is creamy and smooth.

Season the pâté with salt and black pepper to taste.

Transfer the pâté to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

Serve the pâté with baguette slices or crackers.

The addition of cognac to this chicken liver pâté recipe adds a delicious depth of flavor that will impress your guests. Enjoy this savory and luxurious appetizer at your next dinner party or special occasion!

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