Mustard Mousse Recipes

Steps:

• Whip 1 cup of the heavy cream to soft peaks in a medium bowl (see Cook's Note). Set aside.
• Add the egg, egg yolks, sugar, espresso powder, vanilla extract, salt and 1 tablespoon water to a medium heatproof bowl and whisk to combine. Set the bowl over a medium saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water). Whisk constantly until the mixture is pale, hot to the touch and has almost doubled in volume, about 4 to 6 minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl occasionally with a rubber spatula, if necessary. Remove from the heat and continue whisking until cooled, about 2 minutes.
• Put the chopped chocolate in a medium heatproof bowl and set over the saucepan of gently simmering water (do not allow the bowl to touch the water). Stir occasionally with a rubber spatula until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and gently stir for about 3 minutes to cool slightly.
• Whisk the egg mixture into the melted chocolate in 3 additions until combined. (The mixture may get very thick.) Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in 3 additions until it is fully incorporated. It is important that the chocolate mixture is not warm to ensure that it combines smoothly with the whipped cream without seizing up.
• Divide the chocolate mousse among four 4-ounce ramekins and chill until firm, about 1 hour.
• Whip the remaining 3/4 cup cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Top each chocolate mousse with whipped cream and serve. (For a softer texture, allow the ramekins to sit at room temperature while you whip the cream.)

Steps:

• In a small, microwave-proof bowl whisk together the dry mustard, brown sugar, salt, turmeric, paprika and garlic powder. In a separate container, combine the pickle juice, water and cider vinegar and have standing by. Place the mustard seed into a spice grinder and grind for a minimum of 1 minute, stopping to pulse occasionally. Once ground, immediately add the mustard to the bowl with the dry ingredients and add the liquid mixture. Whisk to combine. Place the bowl into the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute. Remove from the microwave and puree with a stick blender for 1 minute. Pour into a glass jar or container and allow to cool uncovered. Once cool, cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Steps:

• Sprinkle the gelatin over the lemon juice and let it stand for about 5 minutes to soften.
• In a medium-size saucepan whisk the eggs and add the sugar, mustard, salt, vinegar and water. Beat until well blended.
• Add the softened gelatin mixture.
• Place the saucepan over moderate heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken;do not allow the mixture to boil.
• Refrigerate until the mixture is thickened and almost set, stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula to determine thickness (the mixture should make soft mounds when scooped up and dropped from the spatula). Meanwhile, oil a 4-cup mold and set it aside.
• When the gelatin/mustard mixture has thickened, gently fold the whipped cream and parsley into the thickened mixture.
• Pour the mousse into the prepared mold, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to set. May be refrigerated up to 3 days.
• To unmold, run the tip of table knife around the edges of the mold, dip the bottom of the mold in warm water and invert onto a serving platter. I use a Tupperware mold, so it just slips right out.

Steps:

• Dissolve the gelatin in 2 tablespoons cold water; place in a blender with the sugar, mustard, salt, vinegar, and 1/3 cup water. Blend until smooth. Add the eggs and blend again until smooth.
• Place a mixing bowl over a pot of boiling water. Pour the mustard mixture into the bowl. Cook and stir until the thick like a custard. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
• Beat the whipping cream in a separate bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the mustard mixture. Lightly grease a 1 quart ring mold; pour mixture into the mold. Chill in refrigerator overnight. Serve with ham.

Steps:

• 1. Sprinkle gelatin into lemon juice to soften.
• 2. Into heavy saucepan, put eggs, sugar, mustard, salt, vinegar, water, and blend.
• 3. Add gelatin mixture.
• 4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened but do not boil.
• 5. Chill until thickened but not set.
• 6. Fold in whipped cream and parsley (if using).
• 7. Pour into mold or bowl and chill until set.