Zampone with Potatoes and Balsamic Mustard Vinaigrette

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Zampone with Potatoes and Balsamic Mustard Vinaigrette

Recipe By : Molto Mario
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 small Zampone sausage -- about 4 to 5 pounds
2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled -- cut in 3/4" cubes
4 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup whole milk
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup freshly snipped chives

Wash and dry the Zampone. Prick the Zampone about 20 times all over with a
needle. Place in a pot large enough to submerge the sausage in water. Fill the
pot with warm water and bring to just a boil. Lower the heat slightly, so the
water remains almost boiling. Cover and continue cooking for 1-1/2 hours.

Uncover and check the internal temperature of the sausage with a meat
thermometer. Cook until the temperature reads 150 degrees. Turn off the heat
and let stand.

In a 12- to 14-inch non-stock saute pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add
the potatoes and saute slowly until lightly browned on all sides. Add the milk
and simmer uncovered, until softened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and
pepper. Allow to stand in a warm place.

In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the mustard and vinegar. Slowly add the
extra virgin olive oil in a thin stream, forming an emulsion. Stir constantly
until all the oil is added. Add the snipped chives and check seasoning.

Remove the Zampone from the water. Carefully slice half the sausage into
1/2-inch rounds. On a large serving platter, spread the potatoes around the
base. Place the Zampone pieces and slices over the potatoes. Pour the
vinaigrette into a serving pitcher, allowing each person to dress his or her
own portion. Serve immediately.

Yield: 4 servings



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