Prepare one mold of ham royale, and poach the latter in a small, well-buttered Charlotte mold. When quite cold, cut it into large lozenges, and put these into the soup-tureen, and six small cocks' kidneys cut in slices.

When about to serve, pour over this garnish one quart of consomme, thickened slightly with two tablespoonfuls of poached tapioca.