Italian Brasciole

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

A Classic Italian Brasciole Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

334

Sugar

Fat

12g

The Italian Brasciole is a traditional dish made with thinly pounded steak, breadcrumbs, and seasonings rolled up and cooked until tender in a flavorful tomato sauce. It is often served with pasta or roasted vegetables for a hearty and filling meal. The dish originated in southern Italy and has since become a staple in Italian-American cuisine. The simplicity of the ingredients and preparation make it a go-to meal for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Mix the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.
3.	Layer the hard-boiled egg and breadcrumb mixture on top of the steak.
4.	Roll up the steak and secure it with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
5.	Brown the steak on both sides in a large skillet over medium heat.
6.	Place the steak in a baking dish, cover it with tomato sauce, and bake it in the oven for 45 minutes or until the steak is cooked through.
7.	Remove the toothpicks or kitchen twine before serving.

PROS

The Italian Brasciole is a simple yet satisfying meal that is sure to impress.

Plus, it can be prepared ahead of time and reheated for a quick and easy dinner.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium due to the tomato sauce and salt used in the seasoning.

Also, the round steak used can be tough and chewy if not pounded thin enough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein from the steak and is a good source of iron.
The tomato sauce can help boost the immune system and is high in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.

	1 round steak , cut 1 to 1/2 inches thick , pounded thin
	1 teaspoon parmesan cheese , grated
	1 hard-boiled egg
	1 teaspoon parsley
	1/4 cup breadcrumbs
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/8 teaspoon pepper