Description
Classic Italian Beef Braciole are thin beef rolls stuffed with herbed breadcrumbs and cheese, braised gently in rich tomato sauce, making them a perfect Sunday dinner.
Ingredients
- Thinly sliced flank steak or top round
- Marinara sauce
- Parmesan cheese
- Italian breadcrumbs
- Garlic
- Fresh parsley
- Provolone or mozzarella (optional)
- Olive oil
- Salt & black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Kitchen twine or toothpicks
Instructions
- Pound beef slices thin and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Spread filling over beef slices; add provolone if using, then roll tightly and secure.
- Sear rolls in hot olive oil until browned on all sides.
- Transfer to a baking dish or Dutch oven, cover with marinara sauce.
- Cover and braise 1½–2 hours until fork-tender. Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the beef is pounded evenly for consistent cooking.
- Let the braciole rest for a few minutes before slicing for easier serving.
- Feel free to adjust the herbs in the filling to your taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg