Description
Beef Braciole is a classic Italian dish made with thinly sliced beef rolled with a flavorful filling of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This comforting dish is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thinly sliced beef flank steaks (about 1/4 inch thick)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or tomato sauce
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place each beef steak between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and gently pound with a meat mallet to flatten them to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, oregano, red pepper flakes, pine nuts (if using), and salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Lay each beef steak flat on a clean surface and spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top, pressing gently to adhere.
- Roll up each steak tightly, securing the ends with toothpicks or kitchen twine to hold the stuffing in place.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef rolls on all sides, about 5-7 minutes total.
- Once browned, remove the beef from the skillet and set aside. Add the wine to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes to deglaze the pan.
- Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Return the beef rolls to the pan, spooning some sauce over them.
- Cover the skillet and transfer it to the oven. Bake for 45-60 minutes, until the beef is tender and the filling is cooked through.
- Remove the toothpicks or twine from the beef rolls and serve with fresh basil for garnish, if desired.
Notes
- Serve with pasta or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- For extra richness, you can add a few tablespoons of ricotta cheese to the filling mixture.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked, Simmered
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll with sauce
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg