A traditional Italian dish, beef braciole recipe is a flank steak wrapped with prosciutto and Parmesan and slowly braised in a hearty marinara.
I love, love cooking with wine and really feel it gives dishes such abundant flavor. My favorite dish to use wine in is in a good hearty red pasta sauce, such as linguini puttanesca. Every time I make a marinara sauce, wine is always on the ingredient list. The flavor reduces and thickens with other aromatics and really offers amazing layered flavor.
Beef Braciole is an Italian recipe.
So let's talk about Braciole. This is an Italian dish where meat is rolled up with other flavors and stuffing ingredients, such as my braciole stuffed with prosciutto. I used a 2lb flank steak and pounded it out to even the thickness, but cutlets work just as well.
I made a braciole filling of caramelized onions and garlic, prosciutto, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg and fresh herbs and rolled the filling into the steak. Then once the meat is seared, I used the delicious meat drippings to make a fabulous deep red sauce. It was pure heaven. The meat slowly braised in the sauce and was the perfect accompaniment to a good glass of wine.
How to make Beef Braciole
Method:
1) First caramelize onions and garlic in olive oil. When done, add to a bowl.
2) Make the filling by combining the onions and garlic, prosciutto, egg, breadcrumbs, fresh herbs and Parmesan. Mix together and set aside.
3) Remove flank steak from package and lay between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet (or anything hard) and pound the flank so the width is even.
4) Remove the plastic wrap and place the filling evenly on the steak.
5) The begin to roll the steak, making sure the filling is tight inside. Once rolled, use butcher string to tie the steak in several places so that it is as even in shape as it can be. Season with salt and pepper.
6) In a large dutch oven or pot, drizzle with olive oil and sear the braciole on all sides. Once seared, remove to a plate.
7) To the same pot, add chopped onions, garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes and sauté until onions are translucent. Add tomato paste and stir to combine. Then add 1 cup of Gallo Merlot and deglaze while using a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom. The wine should reduce by half and thicken.
8) Add crushed tomatoes to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Add the braciole (with any juices that have accumulated) into the tomato sauce and cover the pot, leaving a small opening. Allow the sauce to come to a boil and then reduce to a slow simmer. Allow to cook for about 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes. When done, the meat should slice easily and tender.
9) When done, slice meat and serve with additional sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and basil.
Beef Braciole Recipe with Prosciutto and Parmesan
LittleFerraroKitchen.com
Ingredients
- 2 lb Flank steak
- Salt and pepper
Braciole Filling
- Olive oil for drizzling
- ¼ onion chopped
- 1 garlic clove chopped finely
- 1 egg
- 4 oz Prosciutto
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 Small bunch of fresh parsley chopped
Marinara Sauce
- ½ onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves chopped
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
- Fresh parsley and basil for garnish
Instructions
- First caramelize onions and garlic in olive oil. When done, add to a bowl.
- Make the filling by combining the onions and garlic, prosciutto, egg, breadcrumbs, fresh herbs and Parmesan. Mix together and set aside.
- Remove flank steak from package and lay between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet (or anything hard) and pound the flank so the width is even. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove the plastic wrap and place the filling evenly on the steak.
- Then begin to roll the steak, making sure the filling is tight inside. Once rolled, use butcher string to tie the steak in several places so that it is as even in shape as it can be. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large dutch oven or pot, drizzle with olive oil and sear the braciole on all sides. Once seared, remove to a plate. To the same pot, add chopped onions, garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes and sauté until onions are translucent. Add tomato paste and stir to combine. Then add 1 cup of wine and deglaze while using a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom. The wine should reduce by half and thicken.
- Add crushed tomatoes to the pot and season with salt and pepper. Add the braciole (with any juices that have accumulated) into the tomato sauce and cover the pot, leaving a small opening.
- Bring up to a boil and then reduce to a simmer and cook everything until meat is tender and cooked through, about an hour and a half.
- To serve, remove braciole from sauce and if allow to rest for 10 minutes. Then cut strings off braciole and slice into ½ inch thick slices. Serve with marinara sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
And please check out what the other Sunday Suppers made with their Gallo wines!
Brunch:
- Crepes with Sweet Wine Poached Berries by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Overnight Blueberry Baked French Toast by Alida’s Kitchen
- Sangria Stuffed French Toast by Melanie Makes
Mains and Sides:
- Angel Hair Pasta with Chicken Spinach and White Wine Sauce by Family Foodie
- Baby, That’s a Good Merlot Onion Burger by Cupcakes and Kale Chips
- Beef Braciole with Parmesan and Prosciutto by The Little Ferraro Kitchen
- Beef Daube by The Foodie Army Wife
- Chicken and Couscous Stuffed Peppers by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
- Chicken Sausage and Mushroom Skillet over Goat Cheese Grits by Neighborfood
- Giambotta an Italian Veggie Stew by Country Girl In The Village
- Grilled Pepperoni Pizza by Ruffles & Truffles
- Rosemary Garlic Chicken Thighs by Hip Foodie Mom
- Short Rib Ragu with Rigatoni by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff by Foxes Love Lemons
- Spaghetti All’Ubriaco by kimchi MOM
- Tarragon Chicken by girlichef
- World’s Best Turkey Meatballs by Shockingly Delicious
Beverages and Desserts:
- Tropical Breezes Sangria by The Weekend Gourmet
- Lemon on a Cloud by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Merlot Cherry Cupcakes with Sweet White Frosting by Magnolia Days
Read more at http://magnoliadays.com/2014/merlot-cherry-cupcakes-sweet-white-frosting/#hfqClRPE0XP7gG8h.99
Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Gallo Family Vineyards via Sunday Supper, LLC. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author, and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Gallo Family Vineyards.
Renee says
This will be one of my Sunday Suppers soon. Love it!
Samantha says
Ohhh yes make it and let me know!! Thanks Renee!
Liz says
I've never made a braciole, but I'm glad to learn the ropes from a pro! Yours looks divine...picture perfect!!!
Samantha says
Haha...I am hardly a pro. Thanks Liz and I am madly in love with your cloud! 🙂
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
I LOVE this dish!!! can't wait to try it. . and Sunday dinners at home are the best!! love this!
Samantha says
Thanks so much Alice!!!
Family Foodie says
You have completely inspired me to try making braciole. Hard to believe I haven't made it before.
Samantha says
Yes...make it!!! I think the fam would love it! Thanks Isabel :))
Shannon @VillageGirlBlog says
Yum! What a great Sunday Supper! I love the flavors you put together. The Merlot is a perfect pairing!
Katie says
Wow wow wow - this dish is seriously stunning! I am with you - I love cooking dinner at home. Breaking open a bottle of wine, talking, joking around, and just enjoying each others' company is something I really enjoy!
Samantha says
I totally agree Katie! And your pizza is AMAZINGGGGG
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
Wow, you took me right back to the '70s when my mom used to make stuffed flank steak all the time. YUM! Thanks for the tutorial!
Samantha says
Thanks Dorothy!!!
Hezzi-D says
Braised meat is so delicious. I also love staying home and cooking dinner with my husband over a bottle of wine. It's a great way to connect, it's cheaper then going out, and it's always better.
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Your tutorial is a great idea for your readers! Braciole is so popular again and yours looks awesome!
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
I have wanted to try making beef braciole for so long. Your recipe has me inspired to finally get me into that kitchen to cook it!!
MealDiva says
Mmmmmmm... Delicious! What a perfect Sunday Supper!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Braciole is something I have to tackle, and yours with the addition of prosciutto looks amazing!
Samantha says
Thanks Brianne!!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says
Your photography is STUNNING, Samantha. This is a dish that I wouldn't *think* would photograph easily, but you made it look effortless. I'm so impressed!
Samantha says
Thanks so much Lori...such an awesome compliment! :))
cheri says
This is definitely a Sunday Supper, pinned and printed!
Wendy (The Weekend Gourmet) says
Holy goodness...this looks amazing! Can't wait to try it out...I still have my Merlot since I used the Sweet White Blend in my recipe!
Constance Smith (@FoodieArmyWife) says
Oh I'm sorry, please excuse me while I wipe DROOL off my keyboard! WOW~!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
Oh my gosh this looks amazing! I knew it would be good after our Twitter discussions, I just didn't know it would be THIS good. Prosciutto and caramelized onions?! This is a must try!
Alida says
Gorgeous dish! Gallo's Merlot is my favorite, and would be absolutely delicious with this Sunday Supper.
Samantha says
Thanks Alida! And LOVED your bread pudding!
Melanie | Melanie Makes says
I made braciole once but haven't tackled it again as of late. This recipe is going to change that. Pinned!
Samantha says
Ohhh yes please make it again!! Thanks Melanie!
Shaina says
Red wine is perfect for cooking this type of dish, it looks beautiful!
Samantha says
Thanks Shaina 🙂
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
I love making rolled beef dishes! This looks fantastic!
Samantha says
Thanks so much Sarah!
Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says
I love cooking with wine, too. This braciole looks incredible!
Tiffany @ Triple Crème Decadence says
This looks delicious! I'd love to have this with a glass of red wine.
Amy says
I never really knew what went into braciole...until now! Looks and sounds amazing and it is now definitely on my "to-make" list. Anything made with flank steak is guaranteed to be super good!
Samantha says
Thanks Amy!!! Hope you make it soon and let me know!
Karla @ Foodologie says
Ok first: stunning photos! Looooove. But second, I love your Sunday tradition. I want to do that when I get married (or before haha, no need to get married for this). Sunday afternoon drinking wine and meal prepping. That sounds wonderful!
Liz says
What heavenly comfort food! Perfect for a chilly Sunday dinner!
Katie says
This recipe is simply mouthwatering! I want to make this to completely impress my family!
Samantha says
Thank you so much katie!
Jennifer Blake says
I have never had or heard of braciole, but I think these flavors would be great for my family! Adding it to my dinner rotation now!
Samantha says
It's a lovely dish, definitely weekend dinner worthy. And the slow braise in the tomato sauce is heavenly! Can't wait to hear how it goes!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
My husband is going to LOVE this recipe! Cannot wait to try!
Samantha says
Yes I think you both will!! Thanks Taylor 🙂
Lindsay Cotter says
This is such a gorgeous dinner! Perfect for date night in!
Samantha says
Agreed!! Thank you Lindsay!
Gina Bellingham says
Hello,
I printed the recipe but I noticed that the list of ingredients doesn't have tomato paste, crushed tomatoes or what type of wine (the instructions do say 1 cup). Can you please update? I'm dying to make this!
Thank you!
Samantha says
Hi Gina! I've been having issues with my recipe cards, so thank you for commenting! Recipe is updated...let me know how it comes out! Such a delicious meal 🙂
Lise Snider says
Oh my gosh. This was absolutely delicious. We made some noodles to eat with that amazing sauce and served it for our Christmas meal. Will definitely make again for a future special celebration.
Samantha says
Hi Lise! Thank you so much for commenting and bringing my recipe into your home! So glad you all enjoyed it!! Happy Holidays!
Giangi Townsend says
Wonderful recipe that brings back fond memories of my grandmother and her cooking in her kitchen. Thank you for bringing back such a fond memory thru this fantastic dish.
Delicious! Thank you for sharing
Lucy says
This beef is so tender and moist and the marinara sauce compliments it perfectly.
Samantha says
Thank you so much Lucy!
Jan says
I made this 45 yrs. ago & too young to get it right. This is excellent. Because of my hips I added it to my crockpot. Excellent & Thank You
Samantha says
Thank you so much! I have made this in the slow cooker as well and it comes out great!