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Tomato Aspic
1 can [ 1 qt, 14 oz] tomato juice. 12 whole black peppers. 8 whole cloves. 2 bay leaves. 1 / 4 teaspoon salt. 3 envelopes unflavored gelatine
In medium saucepan, combine 5 cups tomato juice, peppers, cloves. Bay leaves, and salt. Bring to boiling, reduce heat, then simmer 5 minutes. Sprinkle gelatine oveer remaining tomato juice to soften. Add to hot mixture. Stir until gelatine is dissolved. Remove from heat. Strain mixture. Pour into 12 individual molds or 1 1 / 2 quart mold. Refrigerate until firm at least 3 hours.
To unmold
Runs mall spatula around edge of mold. Invert on serving plate, place a hot, damp dishcloth on bottom of mold, and shake gently to release. Garnish as desired, with sliced olives, green peppers, cucumber, or salad greens.
Serve with mayonnaise. Makes 8 servings
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