Ricetta: Brasato di manzo con castagne | FOOBY

pecorino cheese

🥗Healthier: parmesan cheese

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Parmesan offers a similar flavor with less fat.

beef flank steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Pork loin is often less expensive and still tender.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Grape juice can provide a similar sweetness without alcohol.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

Pound the beef flank steak until thin and even.

Mix garlic, parsley, pecorino cheese, and bread crumbs in a bowl.

Spread the mixture evenly over the beef.

Roll the beef tightly and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sear the beef rolls on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove the beef rolls and set aside.

In the same skillet, add red wine and scrape up any browned bits.

Stir in tomato sauce, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves.

Return the beef rolls to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until tender.

Remove the beef rolls and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve with grated parmesan cheese on top.

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