Tafelspitz

Directions

1. 1
   In a sauteing pan,brown the onion cut in two halves until almost brown.
2. 2
   Rince the meat under hot water.
3. 3
   In a large pot, boil water, add the meat and cook.
4. 4
   Remove the foam on the surface, then add the onion, peppercorns, bay leaves, and salt.
5. 5
   Cover and simmer over medium heat for at least 3 hours.
6. 6
   Add the vegetables and the bones with marrow and cook for at least another 30 minutes.
7. 7
   Thaw spinach in the microwave.
8. 8
   In a sauteing pan, heat the butter, add the shallot and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
9. 9
   Add the spinach, creme fraiche, and salt and pepper. Saute for 5 minutes, then mix to obtain a creamy mixture.
10. 10
    In a bowl, mix heavy cream with chives and salt.
11. 11
    Grate some horseradish over the applesauce and mix.
12. 12
    Peel potatoes and grate them coarsely.
13. 13
    Heat butter in a frying pan and saute the potatoes stirring frequently.
14. 14
    Serve with slices of toast to eat the bone marrow.