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os à moelle

bone marrow

bones

Bones are essential for making a flavoursome stock and making gelatine; many cooks brown the bones first to give the stock colour and a richer taste.

Beef and veal bones are especially valued for their marrow (os à moelle), which is an essential ingredient in a proper pot au feu and sauce à la moelle, a sauce made with red wine, shallots, butter and fond de veau.

Bone Marrow, Hawksmoor

Amourette may sound like a love song, but really means spinal marrow.

The French also use the marrow on its own in a number of dishes, as a stuffing for artichokes or canapés (it has to be served warm to preserve its creamy texture). A speciality of Lyon is os à moelle à la fleur de sel, served with toasted bread and garlic parsley butter.

Offal

Text © Dana Facaros

Images by valleybutcher, whatleydude