Grandma’s fake bunny, finger-lickin’ good!

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Grandma’s Fake Bunny — Finger-Lickin’ Good!

Let’s get one thing straight: no bunnies were harmed in the making of this dish — but your tastebuds? They’ll be knocked right off their little feet.

This recipe has been passed down in my family for generations, and despite the eyebrow-raising name, it’s one of the most comforting, crowd-pleasing meals you’ll ever try. Grandma lovingly called it “Fake Bunny” as a playful nod to its rustic, hearty vibe — and to tease us kids into thinking we were eating something wild and exotic. Spoiler: we weren’t. But we devoured it every single time.

🥘 What Is Fake Bunny?

Fake Bunny is Grandma’s clever (and delicious) take on a savory meatloaf, rolled stuffed beef, or mock rabbit stew — depending on which region or family you’re from. In our case, it’s a tender, juicy roll of seasoned ground meat, stuffed with simple ingredients, baked until golden, and smothered in a rich, lip-smacking gravy.

It’s the kind of meal that tastes like love, smells like Sunday, and disappears faster than you can say “What’s in this?!”

🧄 Grandma’s Fake Bunny Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ lbs ground beef or pork (or a mix)
• 1 egg
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp mustard (Grandma’s secret weapon)
• Optional: slices of hard-boiled egg, pickles, or cheese for stuffing

For the Gravy:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• Splash of cream or a dash of Worcestershire sauce

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