Blanquette de Veau
French

Blanquette de Veau

This creamy, lemon-scented veal stew with tender vegetables is the essence of French comfort food, rich yet delicately balanced.

Veal ShoulderVeal Shoulder
OnionOnion
CarrotCarrot
LeekLeek
MushroomMushroom
ButterButter
Medium2 hours

Where it comes from

Rooted in the classic French culinary canon, the Blanquette de Veau was popularized in Parisian restaurants in the 19th century as a testament to refined home cooking.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Brown veal pieces in butter, then remove and sauté onions, carrots, leeks, and mushrooms.

  2. 2

    Return veal to the pot, add flour to coat, and cover with water, adding bay leaf and thyme.

  3. 3

    Simmer gently until the veal is tender and the flavors meld.

  4. 4

    Whisk egg yolk and cream with lemon juice, then stir into the stew off-heat.

  5. 5

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

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