POLPETTONE TWO WAYS

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups diced day-old bread, crust removed
2 1/2 cups milk, at room temperature
1 large or 2 small shallots, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg, at room temperature
1/4 pound thinly sliced prosciutto di Parma, finely chopped
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 pound ground turkey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup white wine
1 1/2 cups store-bought marinara

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread with 1/2 cup of the milk and break apart with your fingers. Mix well and allow the bread to soak for 5 minutes. Add the shallots, garlic, egg, prosciutto, Parmesan and 1/4 teaspoon salt and mix with a wooden spoon to evenly distribute the prosciutto. Add the turkey and parsley and mix well. Divide the mixture into 2 even oblong loaves.
  • Heat 2 medium skillets over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter to each pan. Add a loaf to each pan and cook on all sides until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Divide the white wine between the two pans and cook until reduced by half. Add the remaining 2 cups milk and 1/4 teaspoon salt to one of the pans and bring to a simmer. Add the marinara to the other pan and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat under each pan to medium low and cover the pans. Braise until an instant-read thermometer registers 160 degrees in the center of each loaf, about 25 minutes, carefully flipping the loaves about halfway through.
  • Remove the loaves from the pan and allow them to rest 10 minutes before slicing. Remove the marinara from the heat and stir with a wooden spoon. Simmer the remaining milk, uncovered, until it reduces by half. It will be slightly brown and look broken. Using an immersion blender, blend the milk until fully emulsified and creamy. Serve each polpettone with its respective sauce.

Sintle Gqotso
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I've been making this polpettone recipe for years, and it's always a hit. The meatloaf is moist and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great Italian dish.


Lariah Johnson
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This polpettone was a total flop. The meatloaf was dry and bland, and the sauce was watery and flavorless. I followed the recipe exactly, but I don't know what went wrong.


Ana Samussone
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This was the best polpettone I've ever had. The meatloaf was perfectly seasoned and cooked, and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Monirul Islam monir Monirul Islam monir
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This polpettone was amazing! The meatloaf was so flavorful and juicy, and the sauce was rich and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Nadeem Arshad
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but I really enjoyed this polpettone. The flavors were well-balanced and the meatloaf was moist and tender. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jama Mohamed
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This polpettone was a bit dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I would add more moisture next time, perhaps by using a mixture of ground beef and pork instead of all beef.


sunny Singh
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This recipe was easy to follow and the polpettone turned out great! The meatloaf was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it with spaghetti and meatballs, and it was a delicious meal.


Andrew Giles
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This polpettone was delicious! The meatloaf was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and tangy. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs and olives. Will definitely be making this again.


Jessica Oyono
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I've made this polpettone recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatloaf is always moist and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great Italian dish.


Agbedzeto Koffi Claude
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This recipe was a disaster. The meatloaf was dry and bland, and the sauce was watery and flavorless. I followed the instructions exactly, but I don't know what went wrong. Very disappointing.


Casantia William
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5 stars! This polpettone was absolutely incredible. The meat was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal. Will definitely be making this again soon.


Princess Noor
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This was my first time making polpettone, and it turned out perfectly. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the result was a delicious and impressive dish. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular dinner rotation.


Bivon Ananda
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I'm not a big fan of meatloaf, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of ground beef, pork, and veal was incredibly flavorful, and the sauce was rich and decadent. Will definitely be making this again.


Saad Jutt
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This polpettone recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the meatloaf was moist and juicy. I especially appreciated the addition of the hard-boiled eggs, which added a nice textural element.