Perruso's Bracciole

Indulge in the hearty flavors of *Perruso's Bracciole*, a classic Italian comfort dish that's as impressive as it is delicious. This recipe features tender beef, pounded thin and stuffed with a savory mixture of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and fresh parsley. The rolls are carefully seared to golden perfection before being slow-simmered in rich marinara sauce, allowing the meat to become irresistibly tender while soaking up the robust tomato flavor. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this flavorful dish pairs beautifully with pasta, crusty bread, or a simple side salad. Easy to make yet elegant to serve, *Perruso's Bracciole* is a timeless recipe that brings the warmth and authenticity of Italian cuisine straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef (top round or flank steak)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 6 pieces Kitchen twine
• 4 cups Marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Using a meat mallet, pound the beef slices until they are about 1/4-inch thick. Cut the meat into 6 rectangular pieces, approximately 4-6 inches wide.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Spread a thin layer of the breadcrumb mixture over each piece of beef, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 4

Roll each piece of beef tightly, starting from the shorter end, and secure each roll with kitchen twine to prevent it from unrolling during cooking.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the braciole rolls on all sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 6

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the marinara sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Carefully place the seared braciole rolls into the marinara sauce, ensuring they are fully submerged.

Step 8

Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours, turning the rolls occasionally to cook evenly and infuse the sauce with flavor.

Step 9

Remove the braciole from the sauce, cut off the kitchen twine, and serve the rolls topped with the marinara sauce. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2101.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3378.0

Total Fat 189.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 720.4mg	0%
Sodium 6433.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 275.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 780.6mg	0%
Iron 31.7mg	0%
Potassium 3047.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.9%

Protein: 33.7%

Carbs: 14.4%