Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

ground pork

0.5 cup

fine dry breadcrumb

fine dry

1 unit

egg

slightly beaten

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

1 unit

sauerkraut

drained, snipped

0.25 cup

onion

chopped

5 slice

bacon

Step 1
~6 min

Combine ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl.

Step 2
~6 min

Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 3
~6 min

Place a sheet of waxed paper on a clean surface.

Step 4
~6 min

Pat the meat mixture into a 10x7 inch rectangle on the waxed paper.

Step 5
~6 min

In a separate bowl, combine sauerkraut and chopped onion.

Step 6
~6 min

Spread the sauerkraut and onion mixture evenly over the meat rectangle.

Step 7
~6 min

Starting from the narrow side, roll up the meat into a jelly-roll shape.

Step 8
~6 min

Place the rolled loaf in a shallow baking dish.

Step 9
~6 min

Arrange bacon slices across the top of the loaf.

Step 10
~6 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the pork is cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier bacon topping, broil for the last few minutes of baking.

Add a pinch of caraway seeds to the sauerkraut mixture for added flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes and a side of green beans.

Accompany with a dollop of sour cream or applesauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Green beans
Applesauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany/United States

Cultural Significance

A comfort food dish with German origins, adapted for American tastes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Oktoberfest
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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