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Oktoberfest of Values Edition
Louie's Links Newsletter
www.louiesfinermeats.com
Louie's Finer Meats
2025 Superior Ave
Cumberland, WI 54829
715-822-4728
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Recipe: Sauerbraten (German Syle Pot Roast)
This is a flavorful and tender dish that showcases the rich culinary traditions of Germany. This roast is marinated in a mixture of vinegar, spices, and herbs, giving it a unique tangy flavor that’s balanced by the slow-cooking process, which results in tender meat. Often served with sides such as red cabbage, potato dumplings, carrots, or mashed potatoes, this is good for special occasions or a family dinner.
Ingredients:
- For the Marinade:
- 2 cups red wine vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon juniper berries (optional)
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- For the Pot Roast:
- 3-4 pound Rump Roast or other beef roast of your choice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 tablespoons gingersnap cookies, crushed (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Marinate the Beef:
- In a large bowl, combine the red wine vinegar, water, sliced onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, juniper berries (if using), mustard seeds, salt, and sugar.
- Place the beef roast in a large resealable plastic bag or a container. Pour the marinade over the beef, ensuring it is fully submerged.
- Seal the bag or cover the container, and refrigerate for at least 2 days, preferably 3-4 days, turning the beef occasionally to ensure even marination.
- Sear the Beef:
- Remove the beef from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Pat the beef dry with paper towels.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear the beef on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Cook the Pot Roast:
- Strain the marinade to remove the solids and discard them. Pour the strained marinade and beef broth into the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the beef to the pot, cover, and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Make the Gravy:
- Remove the beef from the pot and set it aside to rest.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour with a little water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the cooking liquid in the pot to thicken the gravy.
- If using, add the crushed gingersnap cookies for additional flavor and thickness. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until the gravy reaches your desired consistency.
- Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Slice the pot roast and serve it with the gravy spooned over the top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve with side dishes of your choice.
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Something new to try, while they last . . .
Smoked Andouille with Jalapeno & Cheddar!
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Louie's Lodge is next to Louie's Finer Meats and offers a wide range of beers, wines, and spirits, along with a great variety of non-alcohol options. Explore our big beer cave which showcases affordable prices and many craft beers. At Louie's Lodge, you can find Louie's meat products during the extended evening hours. We also provide after-hours pickup for meat orders placed at Louie's - call 715-822-4728.
Stop and see what's new!
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Watch for our wine and beer sampling events!
A huge variety of fall seasonal beers are in stock!
We teamed up with Driftless Glen Distillery out of Baraboo, Wisconsin. Check out the great Louie's Lodge bourbon whiskey for only $39.99!
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Come see us in the historic Comstock Creamery!
Cheese - Sausage - Sandwiches - Take & Bake Pizzas - Fudge - Coffee - Wine - Beer - Fresh Baked Goods - Ice Cream - and more!
Meat & Cheese Trays are available in Comstock!
Fresh squeaky curds weekly
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Find us at:
1858 US Highway 63
Comstock, WI 54826
Visit us by car on Highway 63 or visit us by ATV on the Joe Kasper trail between Cumberland & Turtle Lake
Stop and see us for your lunch break!
715-822-0698
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WORLD SERIES!!!
Stock up for watching the games at Louie's Finer Meats and Louie's Lodge!
*Snacks* *Brats* *Beverages*
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Try out the Nürnberg (aka Nuremberg) Bratwurst!
A traditional German sausage from Nuremberg (Nürnberg), known for its small size and tender casing, fine texture, and a delicate blend of spices, these flavorful little brats are especially delicious grilled and served with sauerkraut or mustard.
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Good Luck Hunters!
Louie's accepts boneless wild game year-round for sausage-making. Boneless meat may be brought to Louie's Finer Meats main store during regular hours, no appointment is necessary.
We are also offering whole deer processing.
During the early seasons, please call 715-419-4539 for an appointment to arrange drop-off at our 900 Sylvan Street location.
Follow the Louie's Wild Game Processing Facebook page for updates:
https://www.facebook.com/louieswildgame
Send us your photos of your successful hunt to share on our Brag Board! We will have drawings for prizes for people who submitted a photo. Send photos as a facebook message or text to 715-419-4539.
Louie's is your home for award-winning wild game processing.
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Louie's Finer Meats
2025 Superior Ave
Cumberland, WI 54829
715-822-4728
www.louiesfinermeats.com
Louie's Lodge
2035 Superior Ave
Cumberland, WI 54829
715-822-8741
www.louieslodge.com
Comstock Cheese & Sausage
1858 Highway 63
Comstock, WI 54826
715-822-0698
www.facebook.com/comstockcheeseandsausage
Louie's on the Lake
1780 Arcade Ave
Cumberland, WI 54829
715-671-0186
www.facebook.com/louiesonthelakecumberland
Louie's Wild Game Processing
900 Sylvan Street
Cumberland, WI 54829
715-419-4539
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Louie's Finer Meats Hours:
Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
Monday-Thursday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Friday: 8 AM to 7 PM
Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM
Louie's Lodge Hours (Beer-Wine-Spirits)
Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM
Monday-Thursday: 8 AM to 8 PM
Friday: 8 AM to 9 PM
Saturday: 8 AM to 8 PM
Comstock Cheese & Sausage Hours:
Sunday: 10 AM to 4 PM
Monday-Saturday: 8 AM to 5:30 PM
Louie's on the Lake Hours:
Closed for the season
Louie's Wild Game Processing Hours:
Call 715-419-4539 for appointment
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