Crostini with Chicken Livers: Crostini di Fegatini Recipe

Name: Crostini with Chicken Livers: Crostini di Fegatini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf Italian baguette cut into 1/4 or 1/2-inch diagonal slices; Olive oil; 2 tablespoons bacon fat or butter; 1/2 yellow onion, minced; 1 pound chicken livers, cleaned, trimmed and chopped; 1/2 cup Cognac or brandy; 8 fresh sage leaves, minced; 1 1/2 tablespoons capers, drained; 1 teaspoon salt; White pepper

Servings: persons

1 loaf Italian baguette cut into 1/4 or 1/2-inch diagonal slices
Olive oil
2 tablespoons bacon fat or butter
1/2 yellow onion, minced
1 pound chicken livers, cleaned, trimmed and chopped
1/2 cup Cognac or brandy
8 fresh sage leaves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 teaspoon salt
White pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Set the baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush with the olive oil.
2
Bake until light brown on both sides, turning once, about 4 minutes.
3
Alternately the bread may be browned on a grill, which will impart a light smoky flavor.
4
In a large skillet melt the bacon fat over medium high heat, add the onion and saute until soft, about 3 minutes.
5
Add the chicken livers, Cognac and sage to the pan and saute until the livers are browned on all sides but still slightly pink in the center.
6
Stir in the capers and season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
7
Transfer the chicken liver mixture to a food processor and puree on high speed.
8
Allow to cool before spreading on the crostini.

242

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf Italian baguette cut into 1/4 or 1/2-inch diagonal slices, Olive oil, 2 tablespoons bacon fat or butter, 1/2 yellow onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Crostini with Chicken Livers: Crostini di Fegatini 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.

Crostini with Chicken Livers: Crostini di Fegatini

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