Cervelles En Matelote Recipe

Name: Cervelles En Matelote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Burgundy wine; 1 cup beef stock or 1 cup beef bouillon; 1/4 teaspoon thyme; 4 sprigs parsley; 1 bay leaf; 1 garlic clove, mashed; 1 1/2 lbs beef brains, soaked and peeled (calf's brains); 1/2 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons flour, mashed to a paste with butter; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 24 small white pearl onions, carmelized; 1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sauteed in butter; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 12 large croutons (optional); 2 tablespoons parsley, minced (optional)

Servings: persons

2 cups Burgundy wine
1 cup beef stock or 1 cup beef bouillon
1/4 teaspoon thyme
4 sprigs parsley
1 bay leaf
1 garlic clove, mashed
1 1/2 lbs beef brains, soaked and peeled (calf's brains)
1/2 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons flour, mashed to a paste with butter
2 tablespoons butter, softened
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
24 small white pearl onions, carmelized
1/2 lb fresh mushrooms, sauteed in butter
2 tablespoons butter, softened
12 large croutons (optional)
2 tablespoons parsley, minced (optional)

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["Bring the wine and stock to the simmer with the herbs and garlic.", "Add the brains, bring to the simmer, and cook uncovered at just below the simmer for 20 minutes.", "Allow the brains to cool in the soaking liquid for 20 minutes so they absorb flavor and firm up. Drain them, slice into 1/2"" slices and arrange in a serving dish.", "Beat the tomato paste into the cooking stock and boil down rapidly until the liquid is reduced to 1 1/2 cups. Take off the burner and beat in the flour-butter mixture; Back on the burner and bring to a boil, stirring, for 1 minute. Salt and pepper as needed.", "Arrange the carmelized onions and sauteed mushrooms around the brains and strain the sauce over them. Decorate with croutons and parsley. Serve immediately.", "Serve with rice or with parsley potatoes and green beans for a truly french style dish."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Burgundy wine, 1 cup beef stock or 1 cup beef bouillon, 1/4 teaspoon thyme, 4 sprigs parsley, and more.

Yes, Cervelles En Matelote falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cervelles En Matelote

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