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Cervelle de Canut

Cervelle de canut, a French delicacy originating from Lyon, literally translates to 'silk worker's brain', a nod to the 19th-century silk weavers known as 'canuts'. This delightful treat is perfect for snacking, best enjoyed spread over crusty bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine world cuisine
Servings 6
Calories 95 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 9 ounces fromage blanc
  • 2 tablespoons creme fraiche
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chervil
  • 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
  • sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine fromage blanc, creme fraiche, vinegar, and oil in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Stir in shallot, tarragon, chives, chervil, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 64mgPotassium: 36mgSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 6mg
Keyword Cervelle de Canut
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