soups stews
Cold Beef Consommé
A fully clarified beef and chicken broth, simmered for hours and clarified with egg whites, then served ice-cold in cups without any garnish.
Total time:420 min
Servings:10-12 cups
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soups stewsVeal and Parmesan Soup Quenelles (Minestra)
Finely puréed veal and ham, enriched with Parmesan and a soft bread paste, formed into small dumplings and poached in hot broth for an elegant soup course.
Total time:50 minServings:4-5 servings (up to 12 with the bread-cube variation)
meat poultryVeal and Pork Pate with Sardine-Egg Dressing
A rich, finely ground veal and pork pate enriched with whipped butter, capers, sardines, and mustard, set with aspic and finished with a whisked egg dressing.
Total time:90 minServings:16 slices
breads pastriesSavory Choux Puffs for Soup
Small parmesan choux puffs baked until golden, hollowed out, and filled with a rich butter filling — served alongside a cup of clear soup.
Total time:60 minServings:6