Creamy Chicken-Liver Mousse

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   In a large skillet, cook the mustard seeds over moderately high heat until toasted, about 1 minute.

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   Transfer to a plate.

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   Heat 4 tablespoons of the butter in the skillet.

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   Add the shallots and cook over moderate heat until softened.

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   Add the livers, season with salt and pepper and cook until barely pink inside, about 8 minutes.

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   Add the cognac and simmer for 1 minute.

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   Scrape into a food processor; let cool.

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   Add 1 1/2 sticks of the butter to the livers and puree until smooth.

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   Transfer to a bowl.

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    Fold in 3 teaspoons of the mustard seeds, 3 tablespoons of the parsley and 8 of the sliced caperberries and season with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.

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    Spread the mousse in a 6-cup souffle dish and top with the remaining parsley, mustard seeds and caper berries.

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    In a small bowl, gently melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in the microwave.

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    Skim the foam from the surface.

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    Spoon the clear butter evenly over the mousse, leaving behind the milk solids; tilt to distribute the butter.

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    Cover and refrigerate overnight.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.