False Rabbit Mini Loafs

This False Rabbit Mini Loafs recipe is perfect for Easter. Also, it’s a cute joke for April Fools.  Instead of making the traditional version,  these are individual portions. Otherwise, the recipe is pretty much traditional. A baby bunny is called a Kitten. does this make these Flase Kittens? Anyway…

Rabbit?

False rabbit, also known as “Falscher Hase” in German cuisine, is a traditional dish that mimics the appearance of a roasted rabbit but is made from ground meat, typically beef or pork. The name “false rabbit” comes from its deceptive appearance, as it resembles a whole roasted rabbit when cooked, hence the term “false.”

False Rabbit Mini Loafs consists of seasoned ground meat, often mixed with breadcrumbs, onions, herbs, and spices. Then, it is shaped into a loaf resembling the body of a rabbit. Sometimes, hard-boiled eggs are placed within the meat mixture to simulate the appearance of rabbit innards.  Use whatever herbs and spices you like.

Once assembled, the meat mixture is typically wrapped in bacon or thinly sliced pork fat. This adds flavor and moisture. It is then roasted or baked until golden brown and cooked through.

False rabbit has its roots in German culinary tradition particularly in rural regions where rabbit meat might have been less accessible or more expensive. It remains a popular dish for festive occasions, including Easter. Consequently, these False Rabbit Mini Loafs are a tasty and hearty addition to your Easter celebration.

Side Dish Suggestions:

There are endless varieties of side dishes to serve with these False Rabbit Mini Loafs.  Go with either a vegetable or a carb. Steamed asparagus with butter and lemon would work perfectly. Roasted mini-potatoes doused in olive oil and sprinkled with flavored salt are also perfect.

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False Rabbit Mini Loafs

Course Brunch, Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine German

Keyword Easter menu, easter recipes, falscher Hase, false rabbit, German meatloaf

Prep Time 25 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Servings 6

Author Lora Wiley-Lennartz

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 lb ground beef
• 1 tablespooon mustard
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 6 hardboiled eggs
• 16 slices of bacon
• 2 tablespoons warmed Honey

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Soak the breadcrumbs in the milk in a bowl and set aside.

3. Peel and dice the onion.

4. Peel and mince the garlic cloves

5. Mix the soaked breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, and mustard with the chopped beef.

6. Season with salt, pepper and oregano.

7. Peel the eggs

8. Divide the ground beef mixture into 6 equal parts.

9. Wrap each around an egg.

10. Then wrap 4 pieces of bacon around each meat bundle.

11. Coat a casserole dish with olive oil.

12. Place the meat bundles in the dish and bake for 40 minutes.

13. 5 minutes before removing from the oven, brush each bundle with honey then finish baking.

14. Remove from the oven and serve.

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