Here is another "mythical" recipe that will delight young and old alike
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Ingredients for 4 servings

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First of all, why this name?
  • It comes from the fact that the Order of the Holy Spirit created by Henry III had a blue ribbon as its emblem, and since this rare emblem was only awarded to people of high distinction, it was hardly surprising that one could say when speaking of an exceptional cook that she was a true "cordon bleu".
  • veal cutlet cordon bleu for 4 people:
  • 4 veal cutlets of approximately 4.25 oz (120 g) thinly cut from the under-loin
  • 4 slices of bone-in ham of 2.1 oz (60 g) with fat trimmed around
  • 4 pieces of Comté cheese of 1.4 oz (40 g) with rind removed
  • 2 tablespoons of milk
  • thyme flowers
  • flour
  • 1 egg beaten as an omelette
  • 1.4 oz (40 g) of butter
  • 1.75 oz (50 g) of fresh breadcrumbs (crumbled bread crumbs)
  • salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 0.6 cup (15 cl) of bound veal stock (prepared or homemade)
  • a few drops of lemon juice