Easter Sheep Recipe – Osterlammele

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of ground beef or lamb
• 1/4 cup of bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup of milk
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon of dried rosemary
• 1/2 cup of cooked rice
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons of flour
• 1 cup of beef or lamb broth
• 1/4 cup of red wine

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or lamb, bread crumbs, milk, egg, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, and rosemary. Mix the ingredients well.
2. Add the cooked rice and chopped onion to the meat mixture. Mix well.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
4. Grease a baking sheet with the vegetable oil.
5. Mold the meat mixture into a sheep shape on the baking sheet.
6. Bake the sheep for 45 minutes or until the meat is cooked through.
7. Transfer the sheep to a serving platter.
8. In a small saucepan, heat the flour over medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
9. Gradually add the broth and wine, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
10. Serve the sauce with the sheep.

Verdict:

This Easter sheep recipe is a fun and delicious way to celebrate the holiday! The meat mixture is seasoned with herbs and spices to give it a savory flavor, and the rice adds a nice texture. The sauce is rich and flavorful and pairs perfectly with the meat.

Serving suggestions:

Serve the Easter sheep with roasted vegetables or a side salad for a complete meal.