After a full week since it entered our home, the Headcheese is finally done and I can safely say it was one of the most laborious foods I've ever made. At the same time, preparing it once immensely rewarding. While I think it came out quite well, the gelatinous pork delicacy is not for everyone and thus far I seem to be the only household member eating it.
Headcheese on baguette with pickle, mustard, and caper berries.
At Molly's grandparents' little house in Maine, dinner always begins with cocktails, and cocktails are always poured at 5 o'clock sharp. When the flurry of food preparation is through, dinner is baking in the oven and the table is set, her grandparents sit down together to enjoy a little peace, quiet and that final gin and tonic of the evening. When you hear them say "One and Supp?" it simply means, do we have time for one more cocktail before supper?
In our Brooklyn home, this tradition of food, drink, creation, and communion continues and this blog serves to document our home cooking and the care that goes into making such daily celebrations.
6 comments:
What does it taste like?
can I come over?
Holy Sheet !! This is insane !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's like the wild west over there. YEHAW!
please pack me a doggie bag.
the testa looks amazing! you should try warming a slice in the oven, it's delicious that way too.
Sorry for the late reply friends, we were in the great state of Maine, and thanks for all the interest and kind words.
J: It tastes a bit like a savory jelly- salty, a bit spicy, with an undeniable porky goodness.
BS&K: there is tons for each of you, come get a doggie bag anytime, though sooner than later probably.
S: Thanks, sounds like a perfect lunch!
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