TIMBALES OF DUCK

Preparation Method :

• Place the breadcrumbs in a small pan, add the milk and cook very gently until most of the milk has been absorbed.
• Mix together the duck, sherry, onion and parsley. Add the bread mixture, and salt and pepper, nutmeg and cloves to taste.
• Work in a blender or food processor until smooth. Adjust the seasoning and place the mixture in a large bowl.
• Whisk the egg whites until stiff but not dry and fold into the meat mixture.
• Divide between 4 buttered individual moulds, leaving room for the mixture to rise.
• Stand in a baking tin half-filled with hot water.
• Bake in a preheated moderate oven for 30 minutes. Allow to stand for a few minutes before un- moulding on to a heated serving dish.
• Garnish with watercress.