Salt Cod Mousse (Brandade De Morue)

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   Place half the cod in a food processor with garlic and 2 tablespoons olive oil.

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   Process, stopping machine to stir down sides once or twice, until as smooth as possible.

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   Add remaining cod, and repeat.

4. 4

   Through feed tube, add small amounts of olive oil alternating with small amounts of cream.

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   Continue until mixture becomes smooth, creamy and light.

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   (You may not need all the oil and cream.)

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   Add pepper, some lemon juice and nutmeg.

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   Blend, and taste; mixture may need salt and lemon juice.

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   (To this point, you can prepare dish several hours ahead, or even a day; cover, and refrigerate until ready to eat.)

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    Just before serving, heat brandade very gently in a nonstick saucepan or in a 300-degree oven, covered.

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    Serve with bread, toast or crackers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.