Ingredients

30 gram low-fat butter alternative

1 onion, chopped

1 clove garlic, crushed

500 gram chicken livers, trimmed, choppedl

1/3 cup (80g) low-fat cream cheese

1/4 cup (60ml) cognac or brandy

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

crusty bread or crackers, to serve

Method

1.Melt butter alternative in a frying pan 1 high. Saute onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes, until onion is tender.

2.Add chicken livers. Saute for 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through.

3.Transfer mixture to a food processor with cream cheese, cognac and nutmeg. Season to taste. Process until smooth. Fold in thyme.

4.Spoon into a serving dish. Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight. Serve with crackers or crusty bread.

If desired, melt a little extra low-fat butter alternative and spread over top of pate before chilling.
Note

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