Consommé Spiced with Cancalaises and Foie Gras Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs. beef bones
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 onions, peeled and quartered
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 leek, washed and chopped
• 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaves, parsley)
• 6 cups water
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cancalaise sausage, sliced
• 4 oz. foie gras, sliced

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Place the beef bones, carrots, onions, celery, and leek in a roasting pan and roast for 45 minutes.
3. Transfer the roasted ingredients to a large pot. Add the bouquet garni and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 4-5 hours, skimming the surface occasionally.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Strain the consommé through a fine sieve or cheesecloth.
7. Divide the sliced cancalaise sausage and foie gras among 4 serving bowls.
8. Pour the hot consommé over the sausage and foie gras.
9. Serve immediately.

Verdict

This consommé spiced with cancalaises and foie gras is a classic French soup that is elevated with the addition of flavorful sausage and decadent foie gras slices. The consommé itself is rich and deeply flavored, making it the perfect base for this luxurious soup.

Serving Suggestions

This soup is best served as a first course in a multi-course meal, as it is quite rich and filling. You can also serve it as a main course with a side salad or bread.