Mortadella
Description
Suitable both for a holiday and for everyday meals. This is a fairly simple, though time-consuming, option. It can be served warm or chilled.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. The first step is to wash and dry the meat, then pass it through a meat grinder. Add salt and spices. Put everything into a bowl and refrigerate overnight. After that, add diced lard and nuts. Mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 2
2. Prepare the casings. Stuff them tightly with the meat filling and tie with string. Refrigerate for 10–12 hours.
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Step 3
3. Prepare a large pot. Fill it with water. For extra aroma, you can add root vegetables and herbs. Add the sausage and let it simmer over low heat. Cooking time depends on the thickness of your sausages. Sausages this size will take about two hours to cook.
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Step 4
4. After cooking, place the mortadella in a bowl of ice for 10–15 minutes.
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Step 5
5. This is the appetizing mortadella we ended up with. It’s an excellent homemade sausage option that both adults and children will enjoy.