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A historical main dish from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Makes meat go farther.
A historical main dish from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Makes meat go farther.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Mix beef, oatmeal and egg, season and form into balls and fry
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
The cooked oatmeal acts as both a binder and extender, with its starches absorbing moisture and helping the meat hold together during cooking. The egg proteins coagulate when heated, creating a network that locks the ingredients into cohesive patties. Adding oatmeal reduces meat shrinkage by retaining moisture that would otherwise be expelled, while the starch contributes to better browning through the Maillard reaction.
The uncooked patties can be formed and refrigerated on a parchment-lined plate, covered tightly with plastic wrap, for up to 24 hours before frying. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months; freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Fry directly from frozen, adding 3-4 minutes to cooking time.
Store cooked patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a covered skillet over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals until warmed through. These patties dry out easily when reheated, so consider adding a tablespoon of water or broth to the pan.
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The uncooked patties can be formed and refrigerated on a parchment-lined plate, covered tightly with plastic wrap, for up to 24 hours before frying. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months; freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Fry directly from frozen, adding 3-4 minutes to cooking time.
Store cooked patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a covered skillet over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes per side, or microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals until warmed through. These patties dry out easily when reheated, so consider adding a tablespoon of water or broth to the pan.
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