Jutta'S Rouladen

Directions

1. 1
   Dice bacon and fry until almost crisp.
2. 2
   Add finely chopped onion and continue frying until onion is transparent.
3. 3
   Drain fried onion and bacon thoroughly and set aside.
4. 4
   Lay slices of the top round on flat surface.
5. 5
   Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides. Spread slices of meat with a little mustard.
6. 6
   Spread about 1 tablespoon of bacon-onion mixture over beef rolls.
7. 7
   Roll meat up in jelly roll like fashion and fasten with toothpicks.
8. 8
   Brown rouladen in hot fat on all sides.
9. 9
   Add about 1 1/2 tablespoons of flour and add approximately 2 to 3 cups of water for gravy.
10. 10
    Simmer for at least 1 hour.
11. 11
    Season to taste with salt, pepper, bouillon cube and Knorr all-purpose seasoning.
12. 12
    Serve with homemade spatzle (homemade noodles), rice or mashed potatoes.