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Ham and Braunschweiger Pate


"Here's a spread that is always a tremendous hit at parties. The flavors of the braunschweiger and spreadable ham are the main attractions in this topping for breads and crackers. The chilled mold may be frosted with softened cream cheese, then sprinkled with parsley for added attractiveness."
Original recipe yield: 4 cups.
Prep Time:
30 Minutes
Ready In:
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Servings:
32

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/2 pound braunschweiger liverwurst
  • 9 ounces ham spread
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 cup beer
  • 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 (10.5 ounce) can beef broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped parsley

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a medium bowl, blend the braunschweiger liverwurst, ham spread, dry mustard, pepper, thyme, hot sauce and beer.
  2. In small bowl, soften the gelatin in the water.
  3. Bring the beef broth to a boil in a small saucepan. Mix in the gelatin, allowing it to dissolve. Remove from heat and cool 5 minutes.
  4. Blend the gelatinized beef broth with the braunschweiger liverwurst mixture. Transfer the mixture to a 4 cup mold and chill a minimum of 2 hours.
  5. Transfer the chilled mixture to a platter, and sprinkle with parsley before serving.