Description
Sauce Verte – the green French sauce with a history that goes all the way back to the renaissance. Besides the fact that it tastes great, it is really simple to make, and it goes very well with almost any type of dish.
Ingredients
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- Day-old Bread (crust removed): 1 cup, torn into small pieces
- Olive Oil: 1/2 cup
- Spinach: 6 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Parsley: 4 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Dill: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Chives: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Tarragon: 1 tablespoon, finely chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, finely chopped
- Lemon Juice: 2 tablespoons
- Water: Enough to soak the bread
- Salt and Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Soak the Bread:
- Place the bread pieces in a small bowl and cover with water. Allow to soak until soft, about 10 minutes. Squeeze out the excess water.
- Prepare the Herb Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, parsley, dill, chives, tarragon, and garlic.
- Blend the Ingredients:
- Transfer the soaked bread and herb mixture to a blender. Add olive oil and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Season and Chill:
- Pour the sauce back into the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Ensure that the bread is adequately soaked and excess water is fully squeezed out to avoid a watery texture.
- Adjust the consistency by varying the amount of olive oil or water slightly.
- This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Chilling Time: 60 mins
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: French