German Meatloaf (Falscher Hase) "False Hare"

Dee514's Note:

This is a "traditional" recipe which uses ground beef, ground pork and ground veal.

• Total Time: 55 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• ½ lb lean ground beef
• ½ lb ground lean pork
• 1 medium onion , chopped
• 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 2 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 3 peeled hardboiled egg
• 4 slices bacon (cube 2 strips; cut 2 strips in half)
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup beef broth

SAUCE

• ¼ cup hot water
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• ¼ cup water
• ½ cup sour cream

Directions:

1. Mix together ground meats, onion, bread crumbs, 3 Tablespoons cold water, and eggs.
2. Flavor with salt, praprika, mustard, and parsley.
3. Blend ingredients thoroughly.
4. Flatten out meat mixture in the shape of a square; about 8 X 8 inches.
5. Arrange whole hard-boiled eggs in a row along the middle of the meat.
6. Fold sides of meat pattie over the eggs.
7. Shape meat carefully into a loaf, resembling a flat bread loaf.
8. Cook cubed bacon in a Dutch oven about 2 minutes.
9. Carefully add the vegetable oil, and heat.
10. Place meatloaf in the Dutch oven and cook until browned on all sides.
11. Cut remaining bacon strips in half and arrange over the top of the meatloaf.
12. Place in uncovered Dutch oven in a preheated 350°F oven for about 30-45 minutes.
13. While meat is baking, gradually pour hot beef broth over the top of the meatloaf; brush occasionally with pan drippings.
14. When done remove meat to a preheated platter and keep it warm.
15. Add 1/4 cup of hot water to pan and scrape all particles from the bottom.
16. Bring to a gentle boil.
17. Mix cornstarch with 1/4 cup water and add to pan.
18. Cook until bubbly and thick.
19. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
20. Reheat to warm (do not boil).
21. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
22. Serve the sauce (on the side), separately.

Reviews

[Bergy]

Exceptional flavor and the eggs in the middle are so attractive.. Make sure you place the eggs right across the meatloaf so all slices get a slice of egg. I used 4 boiled eggs.. This is wonderful to serve cold as well for a luncheon with a green salad & crusty rolls. I served this for dinner with lightly buttered noodles, steamed broccoli, and baby carrots. The sauce is lovely over the noodles. Easy step by step instructions. Thank you Mimi for a great recipe

[Tea Girl]

This is how we make this dish as well. It goes great with mashed potatoes. The eggs in the middle are great, they not only make it look more interesting than a plain meat loaf, they also make sure than you don't end up with a dry outside to reach a fully cooked inside. We usually add a bit of chili pepper to it too to give it more of a kick but this isn't necessary if you have picky eaters, as it isn't traditional. It makes for a cheap and filling "Sunday roast."

[Jay #71]

Even though I think I hardened an artery eating this meal, it was well worth it. Excellent german recipe!! I felt I was in the Fatherland as I ate this exceptional meatloaf and washed it down with a good beer. The gravy is what really adds to this meal. Used it over the meat and over some freshly made spaetzle and served with a side of german green beans (another excellent recipe found in the 'zaar). Can't say enough good things about this meal.