Wolkberg Artisans Christmas Recipes Guide | Christmas Sides, Starters, Main Courses, and Dessert

bone marrow

🥗Healthier: vegetable marrow

💰Cheaper: beef bones

Vegetable marrow offers a lighter option, while beef bones are more accessible.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective alternative.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor without alcohol; vinegar is economical.

cognac

🥗Healthier: brandy

💰Cheaper: cheap whiskey

Brandy is a lower-calorie option, while whiskey is a budget-friendly substitute.

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

Place the bone marrow in a roasting pan, cut side up.

Season the marrow with salt and black pepper.

Roast the marrow for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and browned.

Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Add minced garlic and shallots, sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in chopped parsley, thyme, and bay leaves, cooking for another minute.

Deglaze the skillet with white wine, simmer until reduced by half.

Add chicken stock and lemon juice, simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in cognac, adjusting seasoning as needed.

Serve the roasted marrow with the garlic escargot sauce and toasted bread.

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