Perhaps when the elk comes through, we'll give sauerbraten a go. Thanks for the idea. Found a recipe that includes garlic. We may try that one.

Questions of garlic, cucumbers, etc. are a matter of personal preference and should not be inflicted on others. If you do not like an ingredient, that's your problem. I used to hate beets and brussels sprouts until someone taught me how to make them properly. Now, I make borscht both with and without beets, depending on how I feel that day.