Sauerbraten

On one of my many cookbook /recipe searches , I found a cookbook called Americana Cookery. I liked the name , but I loved some of the recipes in it even more. Thought I might place some of them here for safe keeping and to share

• Ready In: 13 hrs 48 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 1 sauerbraten

Ingredients

• 1  cup vinegar
• 2  teaspoons sugar
• 2  bay leaves
• 5 -6  peppercorns
• 6 -8  cloves garlic
• 1⁄4 teaspoon allspice
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 1 -2  lb  beef  chuck roast
• 3⁄4 tablespoon shortening
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Wipe beef with a damp clothe.
2. Place in a deep 10 inch container.
3. Add vinegar and seasoning to beef, add enough water to cover.
4. Place in refrigerator , covered, for 12-18 hours.
5. Drain beef, reserving 1 cup of liquid.
6. Mix flour with salt, sprinkle over beef.
7. Heat shortening in heavy kettle or skillet.
8. Add beef, cook until lightly browned on all sides.
9. Turning, place rack under beef, add 1/2 cup of reserved liquid.
10. Cover, cook over low heat for 3 hours or until tender.
11. Add additional liquid if necessary.
12. Prepare gravy, adding sugar to addltional flour.