Contrary to popular belief, homemade foie gras is not very difficult to prepare! Here is a traditional and easy recipe to prepare at home for Christmas. First, buy a nice raw, fresh or frozen foie gras. Soak it in lukewarm salted water for 1 hour then remove the nerves using a small knife. Salt, pepper, add the spices of your choice and a small dose of alcohol to give it taste. Put in a terrine and cook in a bain-marie for 35 minutes at 120°C. Leave to cool then refrigerate. Serve your homemade foie gras on small toasts of sandwich bread or gingerbread.
Another traditional and essential Christmas recipe:turkey. Opt for a turkey of about 3 kg for 8 people, and prepare a stuffing with sausage meat, bread crumbs soaked in milk, chestnuts and herbs (thyme, parsley, etc.). Season with salt and pepper and add a small amount of alcohol if desired. Stuff your turkey with this preparation, oil it and sprinkle it with broth. Cook the turkey for about 3 or 5 hours, increasing the temperature every hour:thermostat 4 then thermostat 5/6 then thermostat 7. Serve with small vegetables or potatoes.
What would a traditional Christmas meal be without a yule log? In pastry version (with flavored butter cream) or ice cream, it is always there. There are many variations:chocolate, coffee, red fruits... It's up to you to choose the one you prefer! Do not hesitate to add your personal touch by decorating it with small Christmas figurines or, why not, candies. Kids will love it!
