Mecklenburg Potato Roll with Cracklings
Description
A tasty appetizer for any gathering. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
So, prepare the ingredients. Boil the potatoes in their skins until almost done, let them cool, and peel them. If the onions are small, use more; if they are large, 2 will be enough.
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Step 2
Grate the potatoes on a fine grater.
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Step 3
Mix the flour with the starch and add to the potato mixture.
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Step 4
Beat the eggs with salt, sour cream, and melted butter. Pour into the potatoes.
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Step 5
Knead a dough that is not too stiff, and let it rest for 30 minutes.
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Step 6
Now prepare the filling. To do this, cut the bacon into cubes and fry it in a dry skillet until the fat (lard) renders.
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Step 7
Dice the onion, add it to the bacon, and fry until all ingredients are cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 8
Remove from the heat, add chopped herbs, and stir.
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Step 9
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 1–1.5 cm. For convenience, I do this on parchment paper.
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Step 10
Spread the filling.
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Step 11
Roll into a roll.
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Step 12
Cut into pieces, thickness — 5-6 cm. Place in the oven for 35-40 minutes, temperature — 200 degrees. During baking, brush (pour) the rolls with milk.
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Step 13
Done! Remove from the parchment, cool slightly, and serve with sour cream or vegetables.