Chicken Liver Pate III

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   Using a large skillet, sweat the livers in 4 oz of the butter.

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   After 3 minutes, add the onion, salt, and pepper.

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   Cook until the livers are just off-pink.

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   Set aside and hold warm.

5. 5

   Line a 2 l/2quart mold with a single layer of the bacon slices.

6. 6

   Chill the mold.

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   Puree the liver and onion mixture in a food processor.

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   Gently warm the remaining butter.

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   Add to the livers with the brandy and cream.

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    Mix again to assure uniformity Pour into the well-chilled mold.

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    Place the mold in a water bath that reaches to I in.

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    (2.5 cm) from the top of the mold.

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    Bake 45-60 minutes at 3250F (1630C) until the pate sets.

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    Shake the pan gently to observe the texture.

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    A metal cake tester should come out clean.

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    The time will vary depending on the thickness of the mold.

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    Record the time for future reference.

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    Remove from the oven and water bath.

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    Cover and chill for a minimum of 12 hours.

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    Unmold, plate, and garnish for presentation.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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