Beef Wellington Braciole
This week, #SundaySupper is giving you huge variety of recipes to inspire you to Stuff, Wrap and Roll. Stuffing mushroom duxelle and gorgonzola in flank steak, rolling it up, and wrapping it with twine to let it braise in a red wine tomato gravy will give you a completely new twist on two classic dishes with this impressive Beef Wellington Braciole.
Beef Wellington Braciole
Speaking of rolling, or, well, spinning, that’s how my head feels lately – like it’s spinning. The past couple weeks I have stuffed doctor appointments, hair cuts, baby’s first shoes, parties, and plans with friends into an already busy day-to-day life. Plus the arrival of springtime weather has been beckoning us to spend more time outside. And it doesn’t let up, with more holidays, more birthday parties and celebrations, more plans with friends, more trips, and even more amazing weather coming up. This means dinners have primarily been of the quick and easy variety.
But sometimes we have friends over who don’t mind when I attempt a recipe I’ve never made before. Sometimes even recipe I’ve never heard of before, since, as far as I know, it has only existed in my head. Sometimes I just want to spend the day in my kitchen, sautéing, searing, braising, slicing. And, of course, food blogger that I am, photographing before serving the meal.
That’s what happened here. I just had this idea. And I had to try it. So the Hubby took care of the boys. I took care of the beef. Our friend took care of the wine. And I think we achieved perfection.
So I’ve made my (slightly lightened up, slightly easier) version of Beef Wellington. Then I saw this Beef Braciole from Samantha of The Little Ferraro Kitchen. And I had to combine the two.
While it was cooking, it didn’t look like much…
But once I sliced into it, I thought it was one of the most gorgeous savory dishes to ever come out of my kitchen. I mean, look at that nearly perfect spiral of beefy mushroom cheesy goodness…
Shallots, finely chopped mushrooms, thyme and reduced red wine melted together to create and earthy and rich filling contrasted by the bite of sharp gorgonzola perfectly enhanced but did not overwhelm the flank steak. I opted for a red wine tomato gravy versus a heavy tomato sauce, which was totally the right call for this dish.
Don’t let the photos fool you. I took a little too long getting the shot, so it may look a little dry (I should have added more gravy for the photos), but this Beef Wellington Braciole was moist and tender, and barely needed a knife. I thought perhaps I didn’t add enough gorgonzola, but our guests and the Hubby all felt that any more would have overpowered the other flavors. And those who aren’t the biggest mushroom fans loved the flavor they brought to the dish. Even my little guys polished off their portions. This recipe will have to make more appearances on our dinner table.
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Beef Wellington Braciole for #SundaySupper
Ingredients
For the braciole:
- 2 Tbsp olive oil divided
- one shallot minced
- About 24 oz. mushrooms finely chopped
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- 1 T chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup dry red wine I used Gallo Family Vineyards Hearty Burgundy
- 2-2 1/2 lb flank steak
- 4 oz. gorgonzola cheese crumbled (I've heard there are varieties of gluten free blue cheese, so be sure to find a variety that is, or perhaps substitute goat cheese if that is a concern for you)
For the gravy:
- 2 cups dry red wine I used Gallo Family Vineyards Hearty Burgundy
- 2 cups beef broth
- one 4 oz. can tomato paste
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 sprigs thyme
Instructions
- In a large saute pan, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil over over medium heat.
- Add the shallot and saute for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, salt, pepper, and thyme and saute for 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are soft.
- Add the wine and allow the liquids to reduce until there is very little excess liquid, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
- Slice through the flank steak horizontally, but do not cut all the way through, in order to open it like a book. Place plastic wrap over it and flatten slightly with a meat mallet, heavy pan or rolling pin. Remove the plastic wrap.
- Spread the mushroom mixture over the steak, about an inch from the edge, then scatter the crumbled blue cheese over the mushrooms.
- Starting on one of the sides parallel to the grain, carefully roll the steak tightly, and tie in several places with butcher's twine.
- In a bowl, whisk together all of the gravy ingredients except the thyme.
- In a large dutch oven, heat 1 Tbsp olive oil over high heat and sear the braciole for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Once seared, pour the gravy over the braciole, add the sprigs of thyme, cover and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer and braise for 1-1/2 hours.
- When done, slice and serve with gravy.
Enjoy!
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Kim says
July 11, 2014 at 7:40 pmI’ve made this twice and its wonderful. Thanks for the recipe!
Julie @ Texan New Yorker says
April 21, 2014 at 11:02 pmWhat a terrific idea to combine two classics like this, I love it!
Melanie says
April 19, 2014 at 7:48 pmThe most perfect dish for a Sunday Supper!
Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom) says
April 19, 2014 at 1:12 pmYes I remember Samantha’s braciole! Yours looks excellent also! I need to add braciole to my culinary bucket list!
Dina @ Kitchen Dreaming says
April 17, 2014 at 7:06 pmThis looks great, saw you over at artsy-fartsy mama’s link party. Have a great Holiday weekend.
Sarah says
April 17, 2014 at 5:56 pmWOW, I’d be all over this!
Julie says
April 15, 2014 at 3:54 pmWow, that filling looks fantastic!
Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen says
April 14, 2014 at 2:16 pmBeautiful job!! I think it looks amazing and want to give it a try ASAP!!
Stacy says
April 14, 2014 at 12:37 pmYou have truly outdone yourself this time, Brianne! What a beautiful, flavorful dish! I am pinning this on my Recipes to Try board.
Raquel says
April 14, 2014 at 11:46 amThis looks amazing Brianne! My mouth is watering!
Samantha @FerraroKitchen says
April 14, 2014 at 10:52 amLOVE this!! And thank you for letting me be part of your inspiration..lol Beef Wellington has been on my bucket list for years and I LOVE your “twist” on it..haha
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
April 14, 2014 at 10:15 amI don’t know how you busy young moms do it with young children to raise and popular food blogs to run. I’m impressed. I’m also impressed with this recipe. It would be perfect for a fancy dinner party!
The Wimpy Vegetarian says
April 14, 2014 at 12:20 amWhat a great idea for this week’s theme! I haven’t have beef wellington in ages !! Yours looks so moist and flavorful 🙂
Betsy @ Desserts Required says
April 13, 2014 at 10:45 pmThis Beef Wellington Braciole looks delicious! I am one who always experiments with company. The only people I entertain in my home are those who I care about so they are great with whatever comes out of the kitchen. I figure that if something is a total disaster, there is always take-out available. Plus, I make up for any messups with great desserts and chocolate martinis. 😉
Renee says
April 13, 2014 at 6:23 pmYou would have to make a double batch if I was coming to dinner. I’d eat plenty and want to take home the rest. Fantastic!
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
April 13, 2014 at 4:54 pmBrianne, I want to eat this right.now. Really. This mashup of a beef wellington and braciole looks divine! And kudos to you for dreaming it up. If I come over with a bottle of wine, you’ll totally invite me in, right?
Marlene @Nosh My Way says
April 13, 2014 at 2:49 pmI can’t remember the last time I had braciole. Yours looks great, despite what you say about the photos. I plan on making it soon. And thanks for the memories.
Tara says
April 13, 2014 at 2:16 pmPerfect #SundaySupper, I love it!!
Brianne Izzo says
April 19, 2014 at 8:32 amThanks Tara!
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says
April 13, 2014 at 1:59 pmHoly Braciole! This looks absolutely wonderful. Pinning this one for my next dinner party.
Christy says
April 13, 2014 at 1:34 pmPhotographing quickly is my biggest challenge. Sous Chef complains to everyone he hasn’t had a hot meal since I started blogging. This looks and sound delectable, and perfect for entertaining.
Brianne Izzo says
April 19, 2014 at 8:30 amYeah, unfortunately we reheat a lot. But my little guys don’t like their food too hot, so I usually cut up the serving I photographed for them to eat.
Bea says
April 13, 2014 at 1:17 pmThis is the perfect Sunday dish!
Brianne Izzo says
April 19, 2014 at 8:28 amYes, definitely! Thanks!
Seduction In The Kitchen says
April 13, 2014 at 1:12 pmThis is simply mouth watering!!!! Yummy!!!
Brianne Izzo says
April 19, 2014 at 8:27 amThank you!
Liz says
April 13, 2014 at 12:49 pmWow, I love all these beef Wellington flavors without having to take out a loan for beef tenderloin! Your slices are gorgeous!!
Brianne Izzo says
April 19, 2014 at 8:27 amYes, Wellington on a budget! Thanks Liz!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
April 13, 2014 at 9:07 amOh man! I haven’t had beef wellington in forever! Your dish looks just incredible!
Brianne Izzo says
April 13, 2014 at 11:18 amI know, I think I need to create a weekday type version so I can eat it more often!
Shaina says
April 13, 2014 at 7:35 amIt looks beautiful! I’m sure your friends loved it!
Brianne Izzo says
April 13, 2014 at 8:01 amThanks! They did!
Family Foodie says
April 13, 2014 at 7:23 amThis is such a fantastic idea and the perfect recipe for entertaining!!
Brianne Izzo says
April 13, 2014 at 8:01 amIt is great for a dinner party!
Manu says
April 13, 2014 at 7:02 amThis is a meat dish that I would LOVE to serve for my family’s Sunday Supper! Delicious!!!
Brianne Izzo says
April 13, 2014 at 8:01 amThanks Manu!
Elizabeth @ Confessions of a Baking Queen says
April 13, 2014 at 3:18 amThis is BEAUTIFUL!! I love rolled meats especially when cheese is in the middle!!
Brianne Izzo says
April 13, 2014 at 6:36 amThank you! I was so happy when I took the first slice!