Bollito Ripieno with Savory Herb Stuffing

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) beef brisket or rump roast 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) beef brisket or rump roast
• 1 cup (240 ml) breadcrumbs 1 cup (240 ml) breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups (960 ml) beef broth 4 cups (960 ml) beef broth
• 1 onion, peeled and quartered 1 onion, peeled and quartered
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 20g (Saturated Fat: 8g)
• Carbohydrates: 15g (Sugars: 2g)
• Protein: 50g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, parsley, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper to make the stuffing mixture.
2. 2.
   Lay the beef roast flat and spread the stuffing mixture evenly over the surface.
3. 3.
   Roll the beef tightly and tie it securely with kitchen twine to hold the shape.
4. 4.
   In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil. Add the onion, carrots, and celery.
5. 5.
   Carefully place the stuffed beef roast into the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer.
6. 6.
   Cover the pot and let the meat cook for about 3 hours, or until it is tender and easily pulls apart.
7. 7.
   Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
8. 8.
   Serve the sliced beef with a ladle of the cooking broth and the cooked vegetables on the side.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Breadcrumbs — For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs or substitute with almond flour.
• Parmesan cheese — If you have a dairy intolerance, you can omit the cheese or replace it with a dairy-free alternative like nutritional yeast.

Tips & Tricks

• To enhance the flavors, you can add a splash of red wine to the cooking broth.
• For a more aromatic stuffing, toast the breadcrumbs in a pan with a little olive oil before mixing them with the herbs and cheese.
• Leftover Bollito Ripieno makes delicious sandwiches. Slice the cold meat and serve it on crusty bread with some mustard or horseradish sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the sliced Bollito Ripieno on a platter, drizzled with some of the cooking broth. Accompany it with the cooked vegetables and a side of mashed potatoes or polenta for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sliced Bollito Ripieno neatly on the platter, garnishing it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or rosemary. Place the cooked vegetables around the meat, and pour a small amount of the cooking broth over the top for an appetizing presentation.