Best 5 Slow Cooker Goetta Recipes

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Slow cooker goetta is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or brunch. This classic Cincinnati specialty features a savory blend of ground pork, beef, and spices, cooked low and slow until it is tender and juicy. Whether you prefer your goetta crispy on the outside or tender and fluffy throughout, there is a slow cooker recipe to suit your taste. With just a few simple ingredients and a few hours of cooking time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

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SLOW-COOKER GOETTA



Slow-Cooker Goetta image

My husband's grandfather, a German, introduced goetta to me when we first got married. I found a slow-cooker recipe and changed some of the ingredients to make this the best goetta around. Now, many people request the recipe. It makes a lot of sausage, but it freezes well. -Sharon Geers, Wilmington, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast

Time 4h45m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups water
2-1/2 cups steel-cut oats
6 bay leaves
3 tablespoons beef bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon each garlic powder, rubbed sage and pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds bulk pork sausage
2 medium onions, chopped

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine water, oats and seasonings. Cook, covered, on high 2 hours. Remove bay leaves., In a large skillet, cook sausage and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes, breaking up sausage into crumbles. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Stir sausage mixture and reserved drippings into oats. Cook, covered, on low 2 hours., Transfer mixture to 2 waxed paper-lined 9x5-in. loaf pans. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., To serve, slice each loaf into 16 slices. In a large skillet, cook goetta, in batches, over medium heat until lightly browned and heated through, 3-4 minutes on each side. Freeze option: After shaping the goetta in loaf pans, cool and freeze, covered, until firm. Transfer goetta to freezer containers or wrap securely in foil; return to freezer. Partially thaw in refrigerator overnight; slice and cook as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

THE SARGE'S GOETTA - GERMAN BREAKFAST TREAT



The Sarge's Goetta - German Breakfast Treat image

This is of German origin, and I have never seen it anywhere except in the Greater Cincinnati Metro area. I typically make this once a year when winter is coming. To serve, slice into thin slices and fry like bacon.

Provided by Sarge

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Meat and Seafood     Beef

Time 6h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 quarts water
2 tablespoons salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
5 cups steel cut oats
2 pounds ground beef
2 pounds ground pork sausage
2 large onions, finely chopped
ΒΌ cup cooking oil

Steps:

  • Bring water, salt, and pepper to boil in a slow cooker set to High. Stir in steel cut oats, cover, and cook 90 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix beef, pork, and onions. Stir into the oat mixture, and reduce heat to Low. Cover, and continue cooking 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Transfer the mixture to a medium baking pan, and cool until semi-solid. Turn out onto wax paper, and chill 1 hour in the refrigerator, or until firm.
  • Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat. Cut the refrigerated mixture into thin slices. Cook slices one at a time in the heated oil until evenly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 69.5 mg, Fat 35.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1036.3 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

GOETTA RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Goetta Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by hcardall

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 quarts water
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups steel cut oats
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 large white or vadalia onion, finely chopped (red onions discolor, but are also fine)
2-3 bay leaves
4-6 minced garlic cloves (or to taste)
Optional: Crock Pot Liner Bag- so much easier to clean the oatmeal out of the pot!!
Add additional spices to your liking. Don't be afraid to spice this up. To the water mixture we also added Nature Seasoning's, Slap Your Mama Creole Spice, and Lemon Pepper. It really is what you like for your family.

Steps:

  • Line the pot with the bag. Bring water, salt, bay leaves and pepper to boil in a slow cooker set to High. (If this isn't happening, cheat... start it up on the stove... and dump in to a warmed up crock pot that has a little water in it already). Stir in steel cut oats, cover, and cook 90 minutes. In a large bowl, mix beef, pork, onions and garlic. Stir into the oat mixture, and reduce heat to Low. Cover, and continue cooking 1.5 - 2 hours, stirring occasionally. SPECIAL NOTE: I had doubled the original recipe the first time and had 5 cups of oats and 4 cups of meat... NO WAY it would all fit in the crock pot. If the mixture seems to be too much to add to the crock pot at this time, simply take it out after the oats are finished cooking and transfer to a large roasting pan (such as a Turkey Roaster). Set the temp to 300 degrees. Mix the Oats and Meat together and continue cooking in oven for about 90 minutes, stirring every 30 minutes. Continue to the next step... everything will be fine. Remember, you are only partially cooking the Goetta. It will be fully cooked when you fry it for breakfast. Transfer the mixture to a medium baking pan/ loaf pans lined with plastic wrap (easier to remove and clean), and cool until semi-solid by chilling 1 hour or more in the refrigerator, or until firm. I did this at night, so I covered with plastic wrap and left in refrigerator overnight. After completely cooled, turn out onto wax paper onto cutting board, and cut into thin slices. Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat. Cook slices one at a time in the heated oil until evenly brown on each side. You can freeze the slices up to 3 months if you are not ready to eat the entire mixture at once. Just put freezer paper between slices. Pull out and defrost what you need and fry up one at time when ready. Be careful in oil, if any frozen ice hits the oil.

CROCK POT GOETTA



Crock Pot Goetta image

Make and share this Crock Pot Goetta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Pork

Time 5h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 cups water
2 1/2 cups pinhead oats or 2 1/2 cups steel cut oats
3 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork or 1 lb pork sausage
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon sage
1/4 teaspoon thyme
4 bay leaves
1/2 cup cornmeal (to thicken)

Steps:

  • Place water, oats, salt and pepper into the crock pot and mix well.
  • Cover and cook on high for 1 hour, stirring 2 or 3 times.
  • Add meats and break up well.
  • Add onion, sage, thyme and bay.
  • cook for 4 hours on low, stirring now and again.
  • Uncover and add cornmeal-stir well.
  • Cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
  • Turn out into 3 loaf pans, cool and chill in fridge.
  • When set turn out and freeze what you want.
  • Slice and fry in a little butter or oil until brown and crusty, but dont let them touch in the pan or they will run.

DORSEL'S GOETTA VARIATION NO. 2 (CROCK POT)



Dorsel's Goetta Variation No. 2 (Crock Pot) image

Goetta is something like "Scrapple" that's not so greasy. It may be a German dish but in the U.S., it is very popular around Cincinnati, Ohio. Most folks I know eat it as an all-in-one breakfast dish with either syrup, gravy, or melted butter on it. The Dottie Dorsel Pinhead Oatmeal Company sort of set the standard for the recipe and this is a slightly modifide entry of their "alternative version" (non-onion version) of Goetta.

Provided by Bone Man

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h10m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
8 cups water (see directions)
2 1/2 cups pinhead oats (steel-cut oatmeal)
2 teaspoons dried savory
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon bacon fat (for later frying)

Steps:

  • Blend the ground meat. Set aside.
  • In a crock pot, combine water, salt and pepper. Cook on high (covered) for 20 minutes then stir in oatmeal. Cover and cook on high for 90 more minutes.
  • Add meat and savory seasoning at the end of the 90 minutes -- blend well. Cover and cook on low for 3 more hours.
  • At the end of the 3 hours, if the goetta is not thick enough, cook it a little longer, stirring often.
  • Pour into bread pans, cover with cling wrap, and place in refrigerator. It will keep for days.
  • When you're ready to eat it, slice the loaf of goetta and put it into a skillet with the bacon fat. Fry over medium heat until it is well browned, turning once.
  • Serve.
  • NOTE: A good friend of mine who makes this all the time use 16 cups of water for this recipe, which is double the recommendation, so don't be afraid to use more than 8 cups if it seems to need it before the cooking time is up. Also, good sausage can be substituted for the ground pork, if you wish.

Tips:

  • Prep Goetta Properly: Before cooking, remove the casing from the goetta and crumble it into small pieces. This will help it cook evenly and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Choose the Right Meat: If you're using ground beef or pork, opt for a leaner cut to reduce grease. You can also use a combination of meats, such as beef and pork, or even add some ground sausage for extra flavor.
  • Add Veggies for Nutrition: Feel free to add your favorite veggies to the slow cooker along with the goetta. Diced onions, bell peppers, and potatoes are all great options. They'll add extra flavor and nutrients to the dish.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings in the recipe to your liking. Add more garlic powder, salt, or pepper if you prefer a bolder flavor.
  • Cook on Low and Slow: The key to tender, flavorful goetta is to cook it low and slow. 6-8 hours on low is ideal, but you can also cook it on high for 3-4 hours if you're short on time.

Conclusion:

Cooking goetta in a slow cooker is a simple and convenient way to enjoy this delicious dish. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you can have a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, green beans, or cornbread, and enjoy!

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