BEEF BRACIOLE WITH OLIVES AND RAISINS

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Anyone who grew up eating Sunday gravy, the tomato‐and‐meat sauce that simmers on the stove all day, probably knows beef braciola, too. This version, which is actually braciole (meaning the plural form), wraps thin slices of beef around a powerhouse filling of pimiento‐stuffed olives, raisins, and Parmigiano‐Reggiano. Braised in the oven, the beef gets tender while the sauce intensifies. Serve it over polenta or mashed potatoes to sop it all up.

Provided by Greg Lofts

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 (1/4-inch thick) slices beef braciola (about 2 pounds total), halved crosswise
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2/3 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives (3 1/2 ounces), drained and chopped
1/2 cup raisins, chopped
3/4 cup packed fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
2 1/2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated (1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic (from 3 cloves)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2/3 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth, plus more if needed
3 cups All-Purpose Tomato Sauce
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/4 cup lightly toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Pound beef with the tenderizing side of a meat mallet to 1/8-inch thickness; season with salt and pepper. In a bowl, stir together olives, raisins, 1/2 cup each parsley and cheese, and 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Divide olive mixture evenly among beef slices, patting it down to an even thickness and leaving a 1/4-inch border all around. Starting at one short end, roll each piece into a tight log; secure with twine or a wooden skewer.
  • Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a braiser pan or a wide, shallow ovenproof pot over medium-high. Add beef in a single layer (in two batches, if necessary, to avoid crowding pan) and cook, turning a few times, until browned all over, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add garlic and oregano to pan; cook until sizzling and fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add wine and boil, scraping up any browned bits, until mostly evaporated. Return beef and any accumulated juices to pan. Add broth and tomato sauce; bring to a boil.
  • Cover pan and transfer to oven. Cook, spooning sauce over beef a few times, until beef is fork-tender and sauce has reduced to a gravy, 1 1/2 to 2 hours (if gravy reduces and thickens too quickly, stir in more broth).
  • Stir together orange zest, remaining 1/4 cup parsley and 2 tablespoons cheese, and pine nuts. Sprinkle over braciole and gravy before serving.

Ven Glad
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This beef braciole is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love serving it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


Shay Jan
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone was asking for the recipe. I'm so glad I found this website!


Manish Dubey
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. I love that it's a one-pot meal and it's so easy to clean up.


Nada Djeraune
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. My husband and kids loved it!


Dennis Read
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This beef braciole was a little time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The meat was fall-apart tender and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Yazmin Valadez
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I'm not a big fan of beef, but I loved this dish. The meat was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Maya Huerta
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This is one of my favorite recipes. I love the combination of beef, olives, and raisins. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Zamani Snakho
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I'm always looking for new recipes to try, and this one didn't disappoint. The beef braciole was delicious and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Munoga Hanifah
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I'm Italian and I can tell you that this recipe is authentic. The flavors are spot-on and the meat is cooked to perfection.


Srda Hymn
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This beef braciole is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I love serving it with mashed potatoes and green beans.


the crazy boy
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone was asking for the recipe. I'm so glad I found this website!


gurgy gar
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. I love that it's a one-pot meal and it's so easy to clean up.


K Beatz - Kiyan
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. My husband and kids loved it!


Gaming King
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This beef braciole was a little time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The meat was so tender and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Sharaz Shahzad
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I'm not a big fan of olives, but I loved this dish. The raisins and pine nuts balanced out the flavor of the olives perfectly.


Bewa Rishh
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I made this for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I think the secret is in the sauce. It's so flavorful and rich.


lyrics
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The olives and raisins added a nice sweetness to the dish. I served it over pasta and it was a delicious meal.


DeRone Harris
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This beef braciole was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the meat was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.