Emeril Lagasse's Creton

Transform your breakfast or appetizer game with Emeril Lagasse's Creton, a savory French-Canadian pork spread that’s a true comfort-food classic. Made with rich ground pork simmered in a flavorful blend of milk and chicken stock, this recipe is elevated with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves for a warm, subtly spiced profile. The dish is thickened with breadcrumbs and chilled to perfection, creating a creamy, spreadable texture that’s ideal for serving on crusty bread or crackers. With its simple preparation and robust, comforting flavors, this dish is perfect for entertaining or adding a touch of indulgence to your everyday snacks. Prepare this traditional spread ahead of time, and let the flavors meld overnight for a truly unforgettable taste experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground pork
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 cup Chicken stock
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the ground pork, chopped onion, and minced garlic.

Step 2

Add the whole milk and chicken stock to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Stir frequently to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan.

Step 3

Once the liquid comes to a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer uncovered for about 1 hour. Stir every 10-15 minutes to prevent burning.

Step 4

After 1 hour of cooking, stir in the breadcrumbs, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.

Step 5

Continue cooking over low heat for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the mixture is thickened to a spreadable consistency.

Step 6

Remove the pan from heat and allow the creton to cool slightly.

Step 7

Transfer the creton to a bowl or container, pressing it down to remove any air pockets. Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a spread on crusty bread or crackers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1776.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3423.3

Total Fat 206.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 867.0mg	0%
Sodium 4839.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.7g
Protein 271.4g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 680.0mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 633.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.7%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 13.3%