GERMAN MEATLOAF (FALSCHER HASE) "FALSE HARE"

Steps:

• Mix together ground meats, onion, bread crumbs, 3 Tablespoons cold water, and eggs.
• Flavor with salt, praprika, mustard, and parsley.
• Blend ingredients thoroughly.
• Flatten out meat mixture in the shape of a square; about 8 X 8 inches.
• Arrange whole hard-boiled eggs in a row along the middle of the meat.
• Fold sides of meat pattie over the eggs.
• Shape meat carefully into a loaf, resembling a flat bread loaf.
• Cook cubed bacon in a Dutch oven about 2 minutes.
• Carefully add the vegetable oil, and heat.
• Place meatloaf in the Dutch oven and cook until browned on all sides.
• Cut remaining bacon strips in half and arrange over the top of the meatloaf.
• Place in uncovered Dutch oven in a preheated 350°F oven for about 30-45 minutes.
• While meat is baking, gradually pour hot beef broth over the top of the meatloaf; brush occasionally with pan drippings.
• When done remove meat to a preheated platter and keep it warm.
• Add 1/4 cup of hot water to pan and scrape all particles from the bottom.
• Bring to a gentle boil.
• Mix cornstarch with 1/4 cup water and add to pan.
• Cook until bubbly and thick.
• Remove from heat and stir in sour cream.
• Reheat to warm (do not boil).
• Season with salt and pepper if desired.
• Serve the sauce (on the side), separately.