How to Make Italian Style Meat Roll - A Step-by-Step Guide

Italian cuisine is known for its rich and flavorful dishes that have been passed down through generations. One of the classic Italian dishes that never fails to impress is the Italian Style Meat Roll. This dish is a delicious and hearty entree that is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.

The Italian Style Meat Roll is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of meats, such as beef, pork, or a combination of both. The meat is typically seasoned with a blend of Itali...

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Ingredients

  • 1 slice bread, cubed
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 celery rib, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 (2 ounce) package sliced dried beef
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Process bread in a blender or food processor until fine crumbs form; transfer to a bowl. In same blender, combine the egg, water, onion, celery, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. Stir into the bread crumbs. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
  • On a 16-in. x 12-in. piece of waxed paper, shape meat mixture into an 11-in. x 8-in. rectangle. Top with the dried beef and cheese to within 1/2 in. of edge. Roll up jelly-roll style,starting with a short side; pinch to seal edges.
  • Place seam side down in a greased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees F. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.