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German Meatloaf

Cultural Context

Originating from Germany, Hackbraten is a comforting dish often served during family gatherings and special occasions. Traditionally made with a mix of meats and spices, it reflects the resourcefulness of German cuisine, transforming simple ingredients into a hearty meal. Today, variations abound, with many families adding their unique twists, making it a beloved staple in homes around the world.

GermanDEmain
75 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
900 grams ground beef
2 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
4 pieces toast bread
200 ml milk
1 onion
1 bunch fresh parsley
5 potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
60 grams parmesan cheese
30 grams butter
2 cloves garlic
150 grams spinach
150 grams mushrooms
5 ounces cheddar cheese
1 yellow bell pepper
120 grams mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon mustard
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat and calories.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey bacon reduces fat while adding flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

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

1

Take 900 grams of ground beef and place it in a large bowl.

2

Break 2 eggs into the bowl.

3

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of paprika.

4

Cut off the crusts of 4 pieces of toast bread and tear the soft part into small pieces.

5

Pour 200 ml of milk over the bread and mash it until soft.

6

Add the bread mixture to the bowl with the ground beef.

7

Grate 1 onion finely and add it to the beef mixture.

8

Finely chop 1 bunch of fresh parsley and add it to the beef mixture.

9

Mix all the ingredients together using a gloved hand until well combined.

10

Set the mixture aside.

11

Slice 5 potatoes into wedges and place them in a bowl.

12

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of paprika to the potatoes.

13

Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add 60 grams of grated parmesan cheese.

14

Mix everything thoroughly and set aside.

15

Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.

16

Press the ground beef mixture into the baking pan, creating a well in the center.

17

Melt 30 grams of butter in a frying pan and grate 2 cloves of garlic into it.

18

Add 150 grams of finely chopped spinach and sauté until wilted.

19

Finely chop 150 grams of mushrooms and add them to the pan, cooking until soft.

20

Transfer the cooked vegetables to a bowl.

21

Grate 5 ounces of cheddar cheese and add it to the vegetables along with 2 eggs, salt, and black pepper.

22

Mix everything together thoroughly and spoon the filling into the well in the ground meat.

23

Cover the filling with the remaining ground meat mixture and press gently to seal.

24

Place the meatloaf in the oven at 180°C (360°F) and bake for 1 hour.

25

Spoon the potatoes into a separate baking dish and place them in the oven as well for 45 minutes.

26

Prepare a salad with salad greens, 200 grams of quartered cherry tomatoes, 1 chopped cucumber, and 1 chopped yellow bell pepper.

27

Tear 120 grams of mozzarella cheese into smaller chunks and add it to the salad.

28

Make a dressing with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of mustard, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, whisking it together and drizzling over the salad.

29

Toss the salad gently.

30

After 1 hour, take the meatloaf out of the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

31

Serve 1 to 2 slices of meatloaf with the crispy potatoes and fresh salad.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

large bowlfrying panloaf panbaking dishmini grater

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

HackbratenFleischbraten
Local Name: Fleischkäse

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