Sekanice (Easter Meatloaf)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 36
Sekanice (Easter Meatloaf) recipe for an egg-cellent Easter feast
in Meat

Prep

30 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound loaf of white bread , crusts removed and bread torn into pieces
2 pounds pork shoulder roast
2 pounds veal shoulder roast
2 beef neck bones
2 large carrots , cut into 2 inch pieces
2 stalks celery , cut into 3 pieces
1 large yellow onion , cut into wedges
48 eggs
12 cloves garlic , pressed
3 green onions , chopped
1 cup chopped fresh chives
salt and pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
434
Sugar
2g
Fat
32g
Sekanice (Easter Meatloaf) is a traditional Czech dish that is typically served during the Easter holiday. This unique meatloaf features a combination of pork, veal, and beef, seasoned with garlic, green onions, and chives. The dish is then baked in a broth made from the same ingredients, resulting in a juicy and flavorful meatloaf that is perfect for sharing with family and friends. While Sekanice is a bit more involved than other meatloaf recipes, the end result is well worth the effort and makes for an impressive centerpiece to any Easter feast.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.Place the torn bread into a large bowl and soak in water for 5 to 10 minutes. Drain the bread and set it aside.
3.In a large pot, add the pork shoulder, veal shoulder, beef neck bones, carrots, celery, and yellow onion with enough water to cover the meat and vegetables. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours until the meat is cooked through and falling off the bones.
4.Remove the meat and bones from the pot and set aside. Strain the broth and discard the solids. Skim any fat from the top of the broth and set the broth aside.
5.In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread, 48 eggs, pressed garlic, chopped green onions, chopped fresh chives, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
6.Add the cooked meat to the mixing bowl and use your hands to mix everything together.
7.Grease a large loaf pan or roasting pan and spread the meat mixture inside.
8.Pour the reserved broth over the meat mixture.
9.Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 2 hours, until the top is golden brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

Sekanice is a favorite Czech Easter dish, with a unique flavor and texture that is sure to impress.

The combination of pork, veal, and beef results in a juicy, flavorful meatloaf.

This dish is also rich in protein from the meat and eggs.

CONS

Sekanice is a time-consuming dish to prepare, with many different ingredients and steps.

It also contains a high amount of cholesterol and sodium due to the large number of eggs and broth used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Sekanice is not a particularly healthy dish, it does contain a good amount of protein from the meat and eggs.
Garlic has also been linked to improving heart health by reducing cholesterol levels and blood pressure.

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