Rinderrouladen (Beef Rolls)

Directions

1. 1
   Lay steaks on a flat surface.
2. 2
   Spread each with mustard; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. 3
   Divide pickles, salt pork (or bacon), and onion among the steaks equally.
4. 4
   Roll up steaks jelly-roll fashion; secure with beef-roll clamps, toothpicks, or thread.
5. 5
   Heat oil in a heavy saucepan, add the steak roll, and brown well on all sides, about 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Pour in hot beef broth, peppercorns, and bay leaf.
7. 7
   Cover and simmer for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove beef rolls, discard clamps, and arrange on a preheated platter.
9. 9
   Blend cornstarch with a small amount of cold water, stir into gravy and bring to a boil.
10. 10
    Boil until gravy is thick and bubbly.
11. 11
    Correct seasonings and serve separately.