Crock Pot Goetta Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Pork
🔍 Keywords: Grains, Meat, Weeknight
👩🍳 Description: Dive into the comforting flavors of this homemade Crock Pot Goetta recipe, a delightful blend of oats, meats, and spices cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
📝 Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 cups | Water |
| 2 1/2 cups | Pinhead oats |
| 3 cups | Steel cut oats |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Pepper |
| 1 lb | Ground beef |
| 1 lb | Ground pork |
| 1 lb | Pork sausage |
| 1/2 cup | Onions, chopped |
| 1 tsp | Sage |
| 1 tsp | Thyme |
| 1-2 | Bay leaves |
| 1/4 cup | Cornmeal |
🔥 Instructions:
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Prepare the Base: In your crock pot, combine the water, pinhead oats, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the oats are evenly coated.
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Initial Cooking: Cover the crock pot and set it to high. Let it cook for 1 hour, making sure to stir the mixture 2 or 3 times during this period.
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Add Meats: After the first hour, incorporate the ground beef, ground pork, and pork sausage into the pot. Break up the meats well to ensure even distribution.
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Spice it Up: Introduce the chopped onions, sage, thyme, and bay leaves into the mixture. Stir everything together to infuse the flavors.
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Slow Cooking: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
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Final Touches: Uncover the crock pot and add the cornmeal to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to incorporate the cornmeal evenly.
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Cook Uncovered: Allow the mixture to cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes. This will help thicken the mixture and enhance the flavors.
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Shape and Chill: Once cooked, transfer the goetta mixture into three loaf pans. Let them cool and then chill them in the fridge until set.
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Freeze for Later: Once chilled, remove the goetta from the loaf pans and cut into slices. If not serving immediately, freeze the desired amount for later use.
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Serve and Enjoy: When ready to enjoy, fry the goetta slices in a little butter or oil until they are brown and crusty. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan to ensure even browning.
This hearty Crock Pot Goetta recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any meal where you crave a comforting and flavorful dish. Enjoy the delicious combination of oats, meats, and spices, cooked to perfection in your slow cooker!
