Pâté de Campagne (country pâté)

AuthorJulia ForesekCategory, DifficultyIntermediate
Yields10 Servings
Prep Time30 minsCook Time2 hrsTotal Time2 hrs 30 mins
 1 lb (450g) ground pork
 1/2 lb (225g) pork liver, finely chopped
 1/2 lb (225g) bacon, diced
 1 onion, finely chopped
 2 cloves garlic, minced
 1/3 cup brandy or cognac
 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
 2 bay leaves
 2 eggs
 1/4 cup heavy cream
 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
 Salt and pepper to taste
1

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it starts to release fat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened.

2

Mix the Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, pork liver, bacon mixture, brandy, parsley, thyme, eggs, cream, and flour. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.

3

Bake the Pâté:

Line a terrine mold or loaf pan with bacon strips. Fill the mold with the meat mixture, pressing down to ensure there are no air pockets.
Place the bay leaves on top and cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
Place the terrine mold in a larger roasting pan and fill the pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the mold.
Bake for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Remove from the oven and let cool. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

4

Serve:

Slice the pâté and serve it with crusty bread, cornichons, or pickled onions.

Ingredients

 1 lb (450g) ground pork
 1/2 lb (225g) pork liver, finely chopped
 1/2 lb (225g) bacon, diced
 1 onion, finely chopped
 2 cloves garlic, minced
 1/3 cup brandy or cognac
 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
 2 bay leaves
 2 eggs
 1/4 cup heavy cream
 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
 Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until it starts to release fat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened.

2

Mix the Ingredients:

In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, pork liver, bacon mixture, brandy, parsley, thyme, eggs, cream, and flour. Season with salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.

3

Bake the Pâté:

Line a terrine mold or loaf pan with bacon strips. Fill the mold with the meat mixture, pressing down to ensure there are no air pockets.
Place the bay leaves on top and cover with a lid or aluminum foil.
Place the terrine mold in a larger roasting pan and fill the pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the mold.
Bake for about 1.5 to 2 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Remove from the oven and let cool. Refrigerate for at least 24 hours before serving.

4

Serve:

Slice the pâté and serve it with crusty bread, cornichons, or pickled onions.

Notes

Pâté de Campagne (country pâté)
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