Description
Italian Beef Braciole is a classic Sunday dinner featuring thin slices of beef filled with cheese and breadcrumbs, rolled up, browned in a skillet, and slowly simmered in rich tomato sauce. This hearty dish captures the essence of traditional Italian comfort food with its tender, flavorful meat and savory sauce.
Ingredients
Beef and Filling
- 1 lb thin beef slices
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup shredded cheese (such as mozzarella or provolone)
Sauce
- 2 cups tomato sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and shredded cheese. Spread this mixture evenly over each thin beef slice, ensuring full coverage.
- Roll the beef: Carefully roll each beef slice tightly around the filling. Secure each roll with toothpicks to hold the shape during cooking.
- Brown the rolls: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the beef rolls on all sides. This seals in the flavor and creates a delicious crust.
- Simmer in sauce: Pour the tomato sauce over the browned beef rolls in the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes until the beef is tender and infused with the sauce’s flavor.
- Finish and serve: Remove the toothpicks from the beef rolls carefully before serving. Plate the braciole with sauce spooned over the top and serve hot.
Notes
- Remove toothpicks before serving to avoid any choking hazards.
- Use a firm cheese like provolone or mozzarella for best melting results.
- For extra flavor, add minced garlic or fresh herbs like parsley to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Serve with pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious tomato sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
