Beef Involtini with Prosciutto (Italian Beef Rolls)
https://easyhomemaderecipes.caItalian Beef rolls are a timeless Italian comfort dish made by stuffing thin slices of beef, rolling them tightly, and slowly simmering them in tomato sauce. Known as braciole in many Italian households and involtini in others. This traditional recipe is deeply rooted in family gatherings and Sunday meals, where simple ingredients are transformed into something truly special.Try my Pasta in Tomato Sauce with Pork Ribs for a sauce that tastes oh so good, my melt in your mouth Three Meat Cannelloni, or Tender Fall off the Bone Red Wine Braised Short Ribs.
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Ingredients
- 28 oz top sirloin cut thin (about 7 slices)
- 28 oz crushed tomato
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- ½ cup pecorino romano cheese grated
- ¼ cup parsley fresh, minced
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- salt and pepper
- ½ cup red wine dry
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 ounces prosciutto 7 thin slices
- 8 tbsps olive oil 4 tbsp and 6 tbsp separated
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 leaves fresh basil
Instructions
- Trim the fat off the steak. Pound the steak between two sheets of plastic wrap until they are wide enough to fit a slice of prosciutto.28 oz top sirloin
- In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley and 4 tablespoons of olive oil1 cup bread crumbs, ½ cup pecorino romano cheese, ¼ cup parsley, 8 tbsps olive oil
- Start layering the ingredients starting with the spinach, prosciutto and then the breadcrumb mixture.2 cups baby spinach, 4 ounces prosciutto
- Carefully roll up the steaks and tie them with butcher's twine so that they don't unravel during cooking. You can also use toothpicks to keep the beef rolls together. Place on a clean plate. Repeat. Lightly season with salt and pepper.salt and pepper
- In a 10 inch skillet, sauté remaining olive oil and garlic until fragrant. Place the rolled up bundles seam down and brown sides. Turn as needed until all sides are light gold.4 cloves garlic
- Pour wine over steak bundles and simmer for 5 minutes.½ cup red wine
- Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and basil. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 1 hour covered.28 oz crushed tomato, 2 tbsp tomato paste
- Serve with pasta or your favorite side dish
Notes
Top Tips
Choose thinly sliced beef such as top round steak or top sirloin. Pound gently to ensure even thickness Roll tightly and secure well to keep the filling inside Brown the rolls first to add depth of flavor Simmer low and slow for tender, flavorful Italian beef rolls. When serving the beef rolls, remember to remove the butcher's twine or toothpicks and slice with the seam facing down on the cutting board.Nutrition
Serving: 1Calories: 858kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 60gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 30gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 1039mgPotassium: 1620mgFiber: 6gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2379IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 340mgIron: 9mg
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