Black pudding

Boudin noir

What it is

Homer describes it in the Odyssey — a stomach filled with fat and blood, roasted on a fire — which makes it one of the oldest recorded prepared foods in Europe. Every region of France has a version, and they argue about apples.

In the kitchen

Cook it gently and never pierce the skin. High heat splits the casing and the whole thing empties into the pan.

Goes with

Apple Onion Potato Cider vinegar Butter Thyme Mustard Cream

Also used with

Violet mustard of Brive Lingonberry

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