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Downton Abbey: Salmon Mousse Recipe

Downton Abbey: Salmon Mousse

Feast of Starlight
A recipe for salmon mousse inspired by the television series, Downton Abbey.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine British
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz / 226g - salmon raw (smoked if you prefer)
  • juice of one lemon
  • 3 tbsp - cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp - heavy cream or more as needed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 5 slices - bread white, rye, or whole wheat
  • 3 tbsp - unsalted butter
  • fresh dill as needed

Instructions
 

  • Place your salmon in saucepan and pour just enough water to cover. Add a pinch of salt and a few peppercorns just for flavor. Place it over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook just enough until the salmon is cooked. The time will vary depending on the size and cut of your salmon. If you're using smoked salmon, skip this step.
  • Once the salmon is cooked, let it cook for 5 minutes. Place all the ingredients in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • You can eat the salmon moussed on crackers or toast. I punched out 1 3/4" circles and toasted them in a pan over medium heat with some butter. Toast each side just until golden brown. The salmon mousse was pipped with a medium star tip.
Keyword Downton Abbey, Mousse, Salmon, Victorian