INGREDIENTS
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1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) unsalted butter
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1 cup finely chopped onion
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1 large garlic clove, minced
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1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried
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1 teaspoon minced fresh marjoram or 1/4 teaspoon dried
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1 teaspoon minced fresh sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
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1 pound chicken livers, trimmed
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2 tablespoons bourbon
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Accompaniment: crackers or toasted baguette slices
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Garnish: a fresh thyme, marjoram, or sage sprig