Bouchée à la reine

Description

Bouchées à la reine are small, savory vol-au-vent pastries filled with a combination of white sauce and a mixture of diced chicken, truffles, white wine, and mushrooms. There is also a number of variations for the filling such as veal, olives, and ham. The pastries, which are usually served as an appetizer, were originally invented for Marie Leczinska, the wife of Louis XV and the Queen of France. Not unusual, since the name of the dish literally translates to the Queen's mouthfuls . Although this classic is mainly served as an appetizer, it can also be served as a main course, and it is recommended to pair it with a fresh green salad on the side.