Authentic Leberkäse Recipe

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1. 1Step 1: Either use ground spices or freshly grind in spice grinder.
2. 2Step 2: Cut the meat into 1" cubes, arrange them on a tray, and freeze for 15 mins.
3. 3Step 3: Remove the meat from the freezer and put it through the smallest plate of the meat grinder.
4. 4Step 4: Preheat the oven to 320˚F (160˚C).
5. 5Step 5: Add the ground meat and spices to the bowl of a stand mixer and mix it well. Gradually, add the crushed ice or ice water. Continue mixing until the mixture is soft and homogenous.
6. 6Step 6: Generously grease a 9"x5" loaf pan.
7. 7Step 7: Add small portions of the meat mixture to the loaf pan and press each batch down to prevent big holes.
8. 8Step 8: Optional: score the top in a diamond pattern.
9. 9Step 9: Bake the Leberkaese for 90 mins or until golden brown. The internal temperature should be 172˚F (78˚C).