Caen-style tripe

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 180 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Tripe
  • Beef tripe : 2 pounds
  • Water : 2 quarts
  • White wine vinegar : 1 cup
  • Onion (peeled and quartered) : 1 medium-sized
  • Carrot (peeled and chopped) : 1 medium-sized
  • Celery stalk (chopped) : 1
  • Bay leaves : 2
  • Thyme sprigs : 2
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Black peppercorns : 1 teaspoon
• Sauce
  • Butter : 4 tablespoons
  • All-purpose flour : 4 tablespoons
  • Milk : 2 cups
  • Gruyere cheese (grated) : 1 cup
  • Nutmeg : 1/4 teaspoon
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon

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Steps

• Prepare the Tripe
• Place the beef tripe in a large pot and cover it with water.
• Add white wine vinegar to the pot and let it sit for 30 minutes.
• Drain the tripe and rinse it thoroughly under cold water.
• In the same pot, add fresh water, onion, carrot, celery, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black peppercorns.
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 2 hours or until the tripe is tender.
• Remove the tripe from the pot and let it cool slightly. Cut it into small pieces.
• Prepare the Sauce
• In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture thickens.
• Stir in the grated Gruyere cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
• Combine the Tripe and Sauce
• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Place the cut tripe in a baking dish and pour the sauce over it.
• Bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Tips

• Serve the Caen-style tripe with crusty bread or boiled potatoes.
• You can garnish the dish with chopped parsley for added freshness.

Information

• Caen-style tripe is a traditional French dish from the city of Caen in Normandy.
• Tripe refers to the edible lining of the stomach of various animals, commonly beef or pork.
• This recipe combines tender tripe with a creamy cheese sauce for a rich and flavorful dish.