Oven-Baked Braciole Without Sauce
This is a tasty Italian dish of beef rolled with herbs, cheese, and breadcrumbs, then cooked slowly in the oven. It's juicy, full of flavor, and doesn't need sauce to shine.
Ingredients
- 1 lb top round or flank steak thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil plus more for searing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Kitchen twine or toothpicks for securing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Pound the beef slices to an even thickness, about 1/4 inch.
- Mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan, parsley, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Spread the filling evenly over the beef slices, leaving a small border.
- Roll up the slices tightly and secure with twine or toothpicks.
- Heat a bit of oil in a skillet and sear the rolls on all sides until browned.
- Place the seared rolls in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake in the preheated oven for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until tender.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- If the meat is too thick, it won't cook evenly. Make sure to pound it thin.
- Letting the braciole rest before slicing ensures it stays juicy.
- Adjust the filling ingredients based on personal taste preferences.