‘Stuffed’ foods often get a bad rap as overindulgent. But we don’t subscribe to such fantasies. Pâté is perfect for stuffing; it couldn’t be simpler to incorporate both creamy spreadable mousses and country-style coarse pâtés into other foods for a sneaky kick of luxury flavors. From appetizers that wow to meals that make an impact, here are a few of our favorite ways to stuff pâté like a pro.
Olives
Want the best martini olive you’ve ever had? Fill them with Black Peppercorn Mousse! But these bad boys are too tasty for drinks alone. Add them to pasta salads or Mediterranean bowls, or just serve them with a drizzle of olive oil and piled onto crusty bread. To stuff the olives, use a piping bag or snip the end off a plastic bag, fill with mousse, and squeeze into pitted olives. Make sure to eat a few immediately for good measure!
Figs
Duck Liver and Pork Mousse with Cognac and figs are the definition of a match made in heaven. Jammy dates filled with rich and smooth pâté are a sweet and savory showstopper bite. For an added oomph of texture, sprinkle chopped pistachios on top and a final drizzle of honey.
Mushrooms
The easiest stuffed mushrooms you’ll ever make! Use the classic country-style Pâté de Campagne, an all-natural combination of pork, pork liver, sherry wine, herbs, and spices, as your gourmet filling. Cut the pâté into cubes and stuff into the washed mushrooms. Then, sprinkle with bread crumbs or cheese and bake until golden brown.
Tomatoes
Need a bright, cheery side for spring meals? Fresh tomatoes stuffed with Chicken Liver Mousse is the answer. Start by hollowing out tomatoes of your choice. Garden or heirloom tomatoes are ideal, but Roma tomatoes work great, too. Then, fill them with savory, deli-style mousse, and finish them off with toppings like scallions, fresh basil, or crunchy pickles.
Pasta
Once you hand-fill pasta at home with Truffle Mousse, you’ll never want to order restaurant ravioli again. Thanks to our balanced blend of mushrooms, herbs, and spices, it’s an indulgent yet not overpowering flavor. Go the old-school way and prepare a fresh pasta to fill with pâté or save some work and stuff shell pasta. Serve with a buttery cream sauce to complement the truffle.
Try pâté-stuffed appetizers and recipes for easy elevated flavors that dazzle the taste buds and inspire your company. From savory cocktail garnishes to fresh seasonal sides, stuff your way to best cook status.
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