Teresa's Recipes
Tomaxelle - Traditional Ligurian Stuffed Beef Rolls
Savor the rich flavors of Liguria with this traditional Tomaxelle recipe. This dish, a beloved staple of Ligurian cuisine, features tender beef rolls filled with a delectable medley of herbs, soaked bread, and Parmesan cheese, all simmered to perfection in a robust tomato and white wine sauce. It's the Italian version of comfort food at its finest, delivering both hearty satisfaction and a taste of Italy's rich culinary tradition.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Tomato sauce
- 1 cup White wine
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon, fresh or dried Marjoram
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Parsley
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2, beaten Eggs
- 1 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups, soaked in water and squeezed Stale bread
- 8, thinly sliced Beef slices
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 27g
- Carbs: 31g
- Protein: 45g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Sugar: 8g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the soaked and squeezed stale bread, grated Parmesan cheese, beaten eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, marjoram, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until you have a cohesive stuffing.
- Lay out the thinly sliced beef on a flat surface. Divide the stuffing equally among the beef slices, spreading it evenly.
- Roll up the beef slices tightly, sealing the stuffing inside. Secure each roll with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef rolls, browning them evenly on all sides. This will seal in the juices and give them a nice color.
- Pour in the white wine, allowing it to evaporate. This will deglaze the pan, lifting the browned bits from the bottom, adding a depth of flavor to the sauce.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, ensuring that the beef rolls are well-coated. Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and allow the tomaxelle to simmer for about 2 hours. During this time, the meat will turn tender and absorb the flavors of the sauce and stuffing.
- Before serving, carefully remove the toothpicks or kitchen twine from the beef rolls. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.