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Butter-Basted Pot-au-Feu with Brown Butter

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Butter-Basted Pot-au-Feu with Brown Butter

Deeply savory, this French pot-au-feu with brown butter delivers restaurant depth in a home kitchen.

88Minutes
7Servings
AdvancedLevel
4.6174 ratings

Method

  1. Bloom unsalted butter in a little oil until aromatic to build the base.

  2. Stir in shallots and cook down into a thick, fragrant paste.

  3. Add the main ingredients and enough liquid to simmer gently.

  4. Let the pot-au-feu simmer until tender and the flavors meld.

  5. Finish with gruyere, check the seasoning, and serve over rice or bread.