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Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman

Steak Involtini

10 MINPrep Time
25 MINCook Time
4Servings
(2)
by Giada De Laurentiis
Beginner
Photo Credit: Elizabeth Newman
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An involtini is sort of the Italian version of a roulade - a stuffed and rolled piece of meat. In traditional Roman cooking, this type of basic, down-to-earth cooking is classic.

This steak involtini is inspired by an older way of Roman cooking - Romans used to buy scraps of beef leftover at the markets because they were cheaper. They'd fill those scraps with whatever was leftover at home - vegetables, cheese, or even breadcrumbs. It's a simple way to elevate a less expensive cut and serve it in a way that's still delicious.

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Steak Involtini

Category

Main Course

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

25 minutes

Calories

546

Author:

Giada De Laurentiis

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Ingredients

    For The Breading:

  • 1 cup plain bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • For The Filling:

  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup olive oil, (plus 1/4 cup)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 8-ounce London Broil or Top Sirloin steaks, trimmed and pounded 1/8-inch thick
  • 1 26-ounce jar marinara sauce
  • Special equipment: 4 (4-inch skewers)

Instructions

  1. For the breading: In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
  2. For the filling: In a large bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of Parmesan, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup olive oil, basil, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cut the steaks in half crosswise and place on a work surface. Spread the mixture evenly over the steaks. Roll up the steaks and secure with skewers.
  3. In a medium skillet, heat the remaining 1/4 cup of oil over medium heat. Roll the steaks in the bread crumb mixture until coated and add to the skillet. Cook the steaks until brown on all sides, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add the marinara sauce to the pan. Bring the sauce to a simmer and scrape up the brown bits that cling to the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Simmer, turning occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes for medium-well.
  4. Remove the skewers, place the steaks on a cutting board and slice thinly. Arrange the steak slices on plates and serve with the marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Nutrition

per serving
Calories
546
Amount/Serving % Daily Value
Carbs
21 grams
Protein
44 grams
Fat
31 grams
Saturated Fat
11 grams
Cholesterol
108 milligrams
Sodium
786 milligrams
Fiber
1 grams
Sugar
2 grams
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3 reviews & comments

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    Eleanor Treole - Jun 09
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    This sounds to me a great deal like bracciole, except for the breading on the outside. All bracciole I've eaten includes the breadcrumbs in the filling, the rolls can then be put into the "Sunday sauce" pot and cooked along with the meatballs, sausage and whatever other meats are used. Delicious. I'm sure the involtini are wonderful.

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    Traci Cole - Jun 09
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    Family loved this recipe! I will definitely be making again. I served with Gnocchi which the kids absolutely went bananas over it. Thanks Giada!

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    Angeline Resignola - Jun 09
    ★★★★★
    ★★★★★

    I plan to make this recipe soon, but I’m confused about the Parmesan amounts🤔. 1/4 for breading, then 3/4 for filling, so 1 cup total…but then the actual recipe steps only call for 1/4 in the filling. Where does the additional 1/2 cup come into play? What am I missing?? Thanks for clarifying!! Can’t wait to make this!!😋

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