Braunschweiger Ii

Discover the rich, velvety flavors of *Braunschweiger II*, a homemade classic that elevates traditional liver sausage into an artisan delight. This recipe combines pork liver and ground pork with aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and warming spices like allspice and nutmeg, blended to creamy perfection with butter, milk, and a touch of ice water. Carefully cooked and chilled, this smooth and flavorful spread is perfect for crackers, toast, or as the star of your next charcuterie board. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can craft this timeless delicacy in your own kitchen, ideal for entertaining or as a unique addition to your appetizer repertoire. Taste the difference fresh, homemade Braunschweiger can make!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pork liver
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons Butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 0.25 cup Ice water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the pork liver under cold water and pat it dry. Trim off any membranes or connective tissue.

Step 2

In a large pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Simmer the pork liver until fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and let cool.

Step 3

In the same pot, cook the ground pork over medium heat until no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.

Step 4

In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.

Step 5

In a food processor, combine the cooked pork liver, ground pork, sautéed onion and garlic, remaining butter, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

While blending, gradually add the milk and ice water, a little at a time, until the mixture reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency.

Step 7

Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or mold, covering it tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Once chilled and firm, serve the Braunschweiger as a spread on crackers, toast, or as part of a charcuterie board. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	762.4 grams (762.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1858

Total Fat 142.40g	183%
Saturated Fat 65.00g	325%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 538mg	179%
Sodium 4217mg	183%
Total Carbohydrate 18.80g	7%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 7.80g
Protein 121.10g	242%

Vitamin D 27IU	134%
Calcium 269mg	21%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 346mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.6%

Protein: 26.3%

Carbs: 4.1%