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Tender rolls of beef filled with savory breadcrumbs, cheese, and prosciutto, slow-braised in a rich tomato sauce. A classic Italian-American comfort food that's perfect for a Sunday dinner.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Beef and Filling
Assemble and Tie the Braciole
Sear the Beef Rolls
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Tender rolls of beef filled with savory breadcrumbs, cheese, and prosciutto, slow-braised in a rich tomato sauce. A classic Italian-American comfort food that's perfect for a Sunday dinner.
This italian_american recipe takes 150 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 635.88 calories per serving with 60.32g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for dinner or lunch.
Create the Tomato Sauce Base
Braise the Braciole
Rest and Serve
For a Sicilian-style filling, add 2 tablespoons of toasted pine nuts and 2 tablespoons of raisins or currants to the breadcrumb mixture.
Substitute the provolone with mozzarella for a meltier texture or use all Pecorino for a sharper, saltier flavor.
Create a classic soffritto by sautéing 1 finely chopped carrot and 1 finely chopped celery stalk with the onion for a more complex sauce base.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the garlic to give the sauce a subtle background heat.
Beef is a complete protein, providing all the essential amino acids necessary for muscle repair, growth, and maintaining overall body function.
The beef in this dish is a great source of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body than non-heme iron from plants. Iron is crucial for preventing anemia and supporting red blood cell production.
The tomato sauce is packed with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to a reduced risk of certain chronic diseases and improved heart health. Cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene.
Top round, bottom round, or flank steak are excellent choices. They are lean cuts that become very tender when pounded thin and slow-braised. Ask your butcher to slice it for braciole to save time.
Absolutely! Braciole is a perfect make-ahead meal. The flavors deepen and become even more delicious overnight. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop.
The key is to not overstuff the rolls, leave a small border around the edges, roll them as tightly as possible, and secure them well with kitchen twine. Searing the seam-side first also helps to seal the roll.
Traditionally, braciole is served with pasta (like rigatoni or pappardelle), creamy polenta, or crusty Italian bread to soak up the delicious tomato sauce. A simple green salad on the side makes for a complete meal.
Beef Braciole is a hearty and satisfying dish. It's a great source of protein and iron from the beef. However, due to the red meat, cheese, and prosciutto, it can be high in saturated fat and sodium. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
A typical serving of Beef Braciole, including the sauce, contains approximately 650-750 calories. The exact number can vary based on the specific cut of beef, types of cheese, and portion size.