Blanquette of Veal: Traditional Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of veal shoulder, cut into large pieces
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 1 celery stalk, sliced
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
• 2 cups of chicken broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 sprig of fresh thyme
• 1/2 cup of whole milk
• 2 egg yolks, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1/2 lemon

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
2. Add veal, carrot, celery, bay leaf, thyme, and chicken broth to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.
3. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour or until the veal is tender.
4. Remove the veal and vegetables from the pot and set aside.
5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together flour and milk until smooth.
6. Slowly stir the flour mixture into the broth, whisking until well combined.
7. Simmer the broth for 10-15 minutes or until slightly thickened.
8. In a separate mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and lemon juice together.
9. Slowly add a ladleful of hot broth to the egg mixture and stir well.
10. Pour the egg mixture back into the pot and stir well.
11. Add the veal and vegetables to the pot, stirring well to combine.
12. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes or until everything is heated through.
13. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Verdict:

Blanquette of Veal is a classic French comfort food that is perfect for a cozy dinner party. This dish is rich, creamy and has a delicate and subtle flavor. The tender veal, coupled with the soft vegetables and the smooth, velvety sauce, creates a delicious and satisfying meal that’s hard to resist. This dish is best served with boiled potatoes or white rice.

Bon Appétit!