Cheese-stuffed Meat Rolls

The cheese-stuffed meat rolls are a delicious main course, which can be prepared in various ways. I suggest a recipe with a touch of Italian flair by using a good Italian cheese such as fontina or taleggio, for a melty and flavorful result.

Ingredients

• 8 slices of meat (veal, beef, or chicken)
• 8 slices of cheese (fontina or taleggio)
• 8 slices of raw ham
• Sage (optional)
• Flour, as needed
• Vegetable or meat broth, as needed
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper, as needed
• White wine, 50 ml

Preparation

1. Take the meat slices and pound them lightly to make them thinner, if necessary.
2. On each meat slice, place a slice of raw ham and then one of cheese. If you want, you can add a sage leaf for an aromatic touch.
3. Roll up the slices on themselves to form the rolls and secure them with a toothpick.
4. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
5. Lightly coat the rolls in flour.
6. In a large pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and brown the rolls until they are golden on all sides.
7. Deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate on high heat.
8. Lower the flame, cover the pan, and continue cooking, adding broth a little at a time, if necessary, until the meat is tender and the sauce has reached the desired consistency.
9. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.

You can serve the cheese-stuffed meat rolls with a side of vegetables or with a serving of mashed potatoes.

Curiosity

The rolls lend themselves to many regional variations in Italy. For example, in Sicily, there are Palermo-style rolls, which include typical ingredients like pine nuts and raisins, while in the North, fillings often include speck and alpine cheeses. The beauty of Italian cuisine lies in its variability and the possibility of adapting each dish to local traditions.