Country Pate

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350F Put half the meat in a food processor and pulse to chop.
2. 2
   The pieces should be between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch in diameter.
3. 3
   Place in a bowl and set aside.
4. 4
   Add remaining meat, half the bacon, a healthy pinch of salt, garlic, remaining spices and egg to food processor and grind to a finer texture.
5. 5
   Combine with the reserved chopped meat and cream.
6. 6
   If you like, make a tiny burger, saute it and taste, then adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. 7
   Pack mixture into a 10-by-3-inch terrine or a 9-by-5-inch bread pan or a similar vessel.
8. 8
   Cover with remaining bacon.
9. 9
   Bake at least an hour, or until mixture is bubbly and juices run clear.
10. 10
    Cool on a rack, then refrigerate.
11. 11
    Skim fat if you like, slice and serve at room temperature.