Beef Loaf (Five portions)
This classic beef loaf recipe from 1900 offers a comforting and savory meal, perfect for a hearty dinner. The combination of ground beef, salt pork, and breadcrumbs creates a rich and satisfying flavor profile. Baked to perfection, this dish provides a tender and moist texture, making it a delightful and easy-to-prepare meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1/8 teaspoon Onion salt
- 1/4 lb Salt pork
- 1/2 cup Bread crumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Milk
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 3 tablespoons Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1Grind the beef and salt pork well. In a large bowl, mix the ground meat with onion salt, bread crumbs, salt, egg yolk, pepper, and milk.
- 2Pat the mixture into an oblong shape and place it in a well-buttered baking pan. Add three tablespoons of water to the pan. Cut the butter into small pieces and place them on top of the loaf. Cover the pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35 minutes.