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Grandma Joyce’s Beef Rouladen: A Hearty Dish Full of Love

Grandma Joyce’s Beef Rouladen: A Hearty Dish Full of Love
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This classic German dish features tender beef wrapped around a flavorful stuffing of bacon, onions, and mustard, braised to perfection. Every bite offers savory goodness, perfect for a comforting meal that feels like home.

Ingredients

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  • 4 beef rouladen (flank steak or round steak)
  • 4 slices of bacon
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup pickles (sour or dill), sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 cup red wine (optional, for depth of flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon flour (for thickening the gravy)
  • Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef: Season beef with salt and pepper, spread Dijon mustard, add bacon, onions, and pickles, then roll tightly and secure with toothpicks or twine.
  2. Brown the Rouladen: Heat olive oil in a pot, brown rouladen on all sides (4-5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Onions: Sauté onions in the same pot for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Braise the Rouladen: Return rouladen to the pot, add beef broth and red wine. Simmer on low, covered, for 1.5-2 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Thicken the Gravy: Mix flour with water to make a slurry, add it to the pot, and cook until gravy thickens (5-10 minutes).
  6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or roasted veggies.

Notes

  • Beef Choice: Flank or round steak is best for this dish. It can also be sliced thinly for easier rolling.
  • Gravy: For a creamier gravy, add heavy cream before thickening.
  • Flavor Boost: Add caraway seeds or marjoram for a more authentic taste.

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