Ingredients

  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb chicken liver, trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons cognac
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 12 ounces unsalted butter, softened

Method

  • Over medium heat, saute' the onions in the olive oil in a heavy skiller for about 5 minutes until the onions turn glossy. Add the chicken livers and saute' for another 10 minutes, until just cooked. Cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer the mixture to a food processor, add the Cognac, mustard, salt, pepper and nutmeg, and process until smooth. Add the butter, 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) at a time, processing each time until the butter is absorbed.
  • Scrape the mousse into a pretty serving bowl and chill for 2 hours or more before serving.