Should You Really Soak Liver In Milk For The Best Flavor?

Yulia Gust/Shutterstock Liver is one of those things that regularly gets a big “ew” whenever it comes up in conversation. But, while some find its bloody, bitter flavor and chewy texture overpowering, others don’t consider its complexity and earthiness so offal (pun intended). Despite not being everyone’s favorite, this underrated cut of meat is packed with essential nutrients to the point that a single serving can cover a host of your daily vitamin and mineral needs. When cooked properly, liver turns into an irresistibly soft and tender delicacy that practically melts in your mouth.  … Read more

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Chicken Liver Mousse (Or French Pâté If You Prefer)

There was a time in my life when I didn’t love to cook. Or rather I didn’t yet know that I loved to cook. But I did love to entertain. However, in those days “entertaining” rarely meant a dinner party. Who in their right mind would devote most of an evening to staying at home? Especially when big city camaraderie beckoned. No, in those days “entertaining” meant inviting one or two friends to pop into my tiny studio apartment on the edge of West Hollywood before we went out on a night of youthful carousing. On these nights it was common for me to stop at Trader … Read more

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Chicken / French / Liver / Mousse / Pâté / Prefer