BRANDADE ON POPPY SEED CRACKERS

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Yield Makes about 60 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 pound choice-grade skinless boneless salt cod
1 large russet (baking) potato
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 bay leaf (not California)
1 fresh thyme sprig
1 whole clove
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Poppy seed crackers
Garnish: celery leaves

Steps:

  • Rinse cod well to remove external salt. Cover with cold water by 2 inches in a bowl and soak, chilled, changing water 3 times, about 24 hours.
  • Peel potato and cut into 1-inch pieces. Put in a 2-quart saucepan with salted water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and simmer potato until very tender, about 15 minutes. (Do not drain until ready to whip.)
  • While potato is cooking, bring cream to a simmer with garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and clove in a very small heavy saucepan, then simmer gently, partially covered, until garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Discard bay leaf, thyme, and clove and purée garlic with cream in a blender until smooth.
  • Meanwhile, drain cod and transfer to another 2-quart saucepan with water to cover. Bring just to a simmer and remove from heat. (Cod will just flake; do not boil or it will become tough.)
  • Drain cod and potatoes in a colander and, while still warm, combine in a large bowl with cream mixture. Beat with an electric mixer at low speed until combined well. Add oil in a slow stream, beating, and season with salt and white pepper. Top crackers with warm brandade just before serving.

T S NABIL
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This is a great recipe for a party or a potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit. I usually double the recipe so I have plenty to share.


Angle Lillian
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions and make a delicious meal. The brandade was creamy and flavorful, and the poppy seed crackers added a nice crun


Mustafa Hussain
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the creamy brandade and the crunchy poppy seed crackers.


Hama Sharaw
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually make it with Ritz crackers, but I've also used Triscuits and they were just as good.


Prince Ngwerume
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This was my first time making brandade and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Mariama Kulangbanda
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of the creamy brandade and the crunchy poppy seed crackers. It's a perfect appetizer or snack.


Abdulrafiu Shamsudeen
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I usually make it with leftover salmon or halibut, but it would also be good with any other type of fish.


ashley darnell
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've served it as an appetizer, a main course, and even a snack. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rajkumar Shrestha44
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I've made this recipe with both salt cod and fresh cod and it's always delicious. I prefer the salt cod version, but the fresh cod is a good substitute if you can't find salt cod.


Mehar Daniyal
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This is a great recipe for a party or a potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit. I usually double the recipe so I have plenty to share.


Nakisozi Christine
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions and make a delicious meal. The brandade was creamy and flavorful, and the poppy seed crackers added a nice crun


Blessing Ijeoma
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always delicious. I love the combination of the creamy brandade and the crunchy poppy seed crackers.


GRX ALI
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually make it with Ritz crackers, but I've also used Triscuits and they were just as good.


tugssaikhan tseveendorj
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This was my first time making brandade and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Mason Malecha
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The brandade is creamy and flavorful, and the poppy seed crackers add a nice crunch. I usually serve it as an appetizer, but it would also be good as a main course.


Orbit Saturn
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I used Ritz crackers instead of poppy seed crackers and it was still very good. Will definitely be making this again!