Recipe: Beef Consomme
Description:
This Beef Consomme recipe is a gem, originating from the culinary masterpiece “On Cooking” by Labensky and Hause. It’s a response to the perennial quest for the perfect technique to craft a crystal-clear broth that’s as flavorful as it is transparent. 🍲 You can also easily adapt this recipe by substituting ground chicken and chicken broth to create a delightful chicken consomme. The versatility of this dish knows no bounds; you can customize it to your heart’s content, adding in cooked beef, vegetables, croutons, or using it as a base for a myriad of soups.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 2392.8
- Fat: 108.3g
- Saturated Fat: 37.4g
- Cholesterol: 604.6mg
- Sodium: 12812.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 86.5g
- Fiber: 20g
- Sugar: 37.9g
- Protein: 267g
Ingredients:
- 10 units of lean ground beef
- 2 onions
- 1/2 carrot
- 1/4 celery
- 1/4 tomatoes
- 12 cups beef broth
- 5 onions
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp peppercorn
- 1/2 parsley stems
- 8 cloves
- Salt, to taste
Instructions:
| Time | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 30 minutes | Whip egg whites until frothy. |
| – | Combine egg whites, beef, mirepoix, and tomatoes in a stockpot. |
| – | Add COLD beef broth, mix well. |
| – | Put spices, except salt, in cheesecloth, tie to seal, and put in broth. |
| – | Add salt to taste to broth. |
| – | Bring mixture to a simmer (DO NOT BOIL) you should see a little steam over the surface of the broth, but no bubbling, or as few bubbles rising to the surface as possible. |
| – | Stirring occasionally. |
| – | The beef and vegetable mixture will eventually harden and rise to the top. |
| – | Do not stir after this has happened. |
| – | Break a hole in the beef mixture to allow broth to bubble through. |
| 90 minutes | Simmer approximately 90 minutes. |
| – | Strain through cheesecloth, degrease. |
| – | Adjust seasoning. |
Recipe Yield: 1 gallon
Recipe Category: Clear Soup
Keywords: Stocks, One Dish Meal, Onions, Vegetable, Meat, European, Savory, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
This Beef Consomme recipe is a testament to the artistry of broth-making, resulting in a clear, flavorful liquid that’s perfect as a standalone dish or as a base for more elaborate culinary creations. With its rich depth of flavor and versatility, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire. Enjoy!