Foie Gras-Mousse

Mousse de foie gras is a French delicacy made with slices of sautéed duck or goose foie gras that are processed into a smooth, light, and spreadable paste with ingredients such as softened butter, béchamel sauce, or crème fraiche (a thick, slightly sour cream). This dish typically uses the cheaper (grade B or C) foie gras, and it is usually seasoned with salt and black pepper and flavored with the tart Pomme de Vie apple brandy, orange-flavored Grand Marnier, or port wine. A simple, yet elegant appetizer, foie gras mousse is incredibly versatile. It can be enjoyed as a canapé spread, on top of slices of soft brioche, toast, vol-au-vent puff pastries, or tart shells, but it can also be used as a garnish for salads or soups or as a filling for choux pastries.