Ingredients

  • 2 celery ribs, halved
  • 1 yellow onion, halved
  • 1 head of garlic, halved crosswise
  • 1 leek, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise
  • 4 thyme sprigs
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon white peppercorns
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 pounds veal stew meat, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 2 cups dry white wine
  • 1 cup curly egg noodles
  • 1 cup frozen white pearl onions (4 ounces), thawed
  • 2 cups small white button mushrooms (6 ounces)
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 12 cup heavy cream
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Method

  • In a large pot, combine the celery, yellow onion, garlic, leek, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns and 1 tablespoon of salt.
  • Add the veal, wine and 4 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  • Cover partially and simmer over moderately low heat, skimming occasionally, until the veal is tender, about 2 hours.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the veal to a medium bowl.
  • Strain the cooking liquid into a large heatproof measuring cup; if you dont have at least 3 cups, add water to make 3 cups.
  • Discard the solids; wipe out the pot.
  • Return the liquid to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles in a medium pot of boiling water until al dente, 7 to 9 minutes.
  • Drain the noodles, then run them under cold water to cool; drain again.
  • Bring the veal cooking liquid to a boil.
  • Add the pearl onions and button mushrooms and simmer over moderate heat until the mushrooms are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the veal and cook until the liquid has reduced to about 2 cups, about 10 minutes longer.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks and cream until well blended.
  • Gradually whisk the egg mixture into the stew and simmer gently until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the noodles and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot.