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Bulgarian Meatloaf

Cultural Context

Bulgarian Meatloaf, or Kufte, is a traditional dish that reflects the hearty, rustic cuisine of Bulgaria. Often enjoyed at family gatherings and celebrations, it showcases the use of simple, local ingredients, making it a beloved comfort food. Variations exist throughout Eastern Europe, with each region adding its unique twist, but the essence remains the same—satisfying and flavorful.

BulgarianBGmain
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups mashed potatoes
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
4 oz mascarpone cheese
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier but may be pricier.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is cost-effective.

1

Begin by grinding the beef or buy ground beef from the store and mix with onions and garlic.

2

Season the mixture with an egg and some herbs.

3

Spread half of the ground beef mixture on a surface.

4

Smear with olive oil and arrange stuffing ingredients in the center.

5

Shape and gently squeeze the mixture into a roll.

6

Smear the roll with olive oil and place it in a cooking pan.

7

Add potatoes to the pan for making potato sauce.

8

Add fresh rosemary and a bay leaf, removing the bay leaf halfway through cooking.

9

Sprinkle salt and add about 1 cup of water, being careful not to add too much.

10

Cover with foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about an hour, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes.

11

Prepare the potato sauce by mashing or blending the potatoes with mascarpone cheese and milk.

12

Pour melted butter on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking dishmixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

KufteMeatloafKufte na Furna

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