Rillettes

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Rillettes

The last recipe we recommend as an edible gift and a worthy addition to holiday spreads is a rich French spreadable meat treat called Rillette. Rilettes are similar to pates, but they are more rustic and toothsome. Made by slow simmering meat (or fish) in its own fat with aromatics, rillettes are made by separating the meat, mixing it with a judicious amount of seasoning and mixing it with the flavored fat until it’s spreadable. Once seasoned, it’s set aside to either rest for a few days or packed in jars and stored for a month or so. This recipe is made the old fashioned way. While it can be time consuming, this classic French treat is so rich and lush you won’t mind. Plus it’s not complicated! It's best served with good French bread toasts.

Kitty Greenwald, cook and author, coordinates all things Eatsy — our locally sourced food program. Through communal staff meals held around handmade farm tables, and via seasonal dishes shared with you on our blog, Eatsy aims to nourish and inspire through food.

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