Turkey & Ham Rillette

This Turkey and Ham Rillette is a luxurious, home-style spread that transforms simple leftovers into an elegant appetizer. By blending chopped cooked turkey and ham with softened butter, fresh tarragon, and black pepper, you create a textured, flavorful paste that is perfect for entertaining. The combination of poultry and pork offers a deep, savory umami profile, while the herbaceous notes of tarragon add a sophisticated French touch. It serves beautifully as a dip for crusty baguette slices, crackers, or toasted points. This recipe is an excellent way to use up holiday leftovers, offering a versatile and delicious solution for your next gathering or casual snack time.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 82.3

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This Turkey and Ham Rillette is a luxurious, home-style spread that transforms simple leftovers into an elegant appetizer. By blending chopped cooked turkey and ham with softened butter, fresh tarragon, and black pepper, you create a textured, flavorful paste that is perfect for entertaining. The combination of poultry and pork offers a deep, savory umami profile, while the herbaceous notes of tarragon add a sophisticated French touch. It serves beautifully as a dip for crusty baguette slices, crackers, or toasted points. This recipe is an excellent way to use up holiday leftovers, offering a versatile and delicious solution for your next gathering or casual snack time.

Ingredients

1/2 pound Cooked chopped ham
1/4 pound Cooked chopped turkey
1/4 cup Softened butter
1/2 teaspoon Fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon Dried tarragon
2-3 tablespoon Melted butter

Directions

1
Place the chopped ham and turkey into the bowl of a food processor.
2
Pulse the meat several times until it is finely chopped but still retains some texture; do not puree into a smooth paste.
3
Add the softened butter, ground pepper, and tarragon to the meat mixture.
4
Pulse briefly again just to combine the ingredients evenly.
5
Divide the mixture among 3-4 small crocks or serving dishes.
6
Refrigerate the crocks for one hour to allow the rillettes to firm up.
7
Once chilled, pour a thin layer of melted butter over the top of the mixture in each crock to seal it.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 82.3kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 27.2mg10%
Sodium 741.2mg31%
Total Carbohydrate 0.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.6g
Protein 14.2g29%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: turkey, ham, rillette, dip, spread, appetizer, tarragon, butter, leftovers, party food, charcuterie, snack, herbs, pork, poultry, easy, quick

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