Duck Liver Pâté with Brioche - Great Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225g) fresh duck livers, cleaned
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
• 1 small shallot, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp Cognac or brandy
• ¼ tsp fresh thyme leaves
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional, for depth)
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional, for warmth)
• 2 unsalted butter, melted
• 1 sprig fresh thyme (for garnish)
• Brioche bread, sliced and toasted
• Fig jam or fruit preserves
• Cornichons (small pickles)
• Sea salt flakes (for finishing)