Crock Pot Beef Braciole

This Crock Pot Beef Braciole is a tender and savory Italian-style dish, which includes round steak and Italian sausage. It’s a restaurant-quality dish, slow-cooked in marinara sauce and ready in 5 hours and 15 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Braciole Ingredients

• ¼ lb Italian sausage (sweet or hot, about 2 links, casings removed)
• ⅓ cup Panko bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, divided
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 1 large egg
• 4 round steaks (about 2 to 3 lbs)
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper
• 3 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cups marinara sauce

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Braciole

1. Mix the stuffing: In a bowl, combine sausage, Panko, Parmesan, 1 tablespoon parsley, basil, and egg. Mix with a fork until evenly combined.
2. Prepare the steaks: Lay steaks flat and season both sides with salt and pepper. Layer with 1–2 slices of prosciutto.
3. Spread the filling: Evenly spread the sausage mixture over the prosciutto, leaving a ¼-inch border on all sides.
4. Roll and tie: Starting from the short end, tightly roll up each steak. Secure with kitchen twine along the length and width.
5. Sear the beef: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown each roll on all sides, about 5–6 minutes.
6. Slow cook in sauce: Pour 2 cups of marinara into the bottom of the Crock Pot. Place the braciole in the sauce and top with remaining marinara. Cook on LOW for 5 hours or HIGH for 2 to 2½ hours.
7. Slice and serve: Remove rolls, cut off the twine, and slice crosswise into ½-inch pieces. Serve topped with extra sauce and parsley.

Recipe Tips

• What kind of steak is best for braciole? Round steak or flank steak works best when pounded to ¼-inch thickness.
• Do I need to brown the meat? Searing is optional but adds great flavor and texture to the meat.
• Can I use store-bought marinara? Yes, store-bought marinara works fine, though homemade offers richer flavor.
• Do I need to cook the sausage beforehand? No, it cooks thoroughly inside the rolls during slow cooking.
• How to keep braciole from unrolling? Use both vertical and horizontal ties of kitchen twine to secure tightly.

What To Serve With Beef Braciole

This rich Italian dish pairs perfectly with traditional sides:

• Creamy polenta
• Garlic mashed potatoes
• Buttered egg noodles
• Roasted broccoli
• Caesar salad

How To Store Beef Braciole

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze braciole rolls or slices in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

Beef Braciole Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 330
• Carbohydrates: 7g
• Protein: 32g
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 116mg
• Sodium: 769mg
• Potassium: 779mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g
• Vitamin A: 543IU
• Vitamin C: 8mg
• Calcium: 62mg
• Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I prepare braciole the night before?
Yes, you can roll and tie the beef, then refrigerate overnight for a quicker start the next day.

How do I keep the filling from falling out?
Be sure to leave a border when spreading the filling and roll tightly before tying securely.

Can I skip the prosciutto?
Yes, but it adds savory depth and helps hold the stuffing together.

Can I use a different cheese?
Pecorino Romano or Asiago can be used in place of Parmesan for a sharper taste.

Is braciole freezer-friendly?
Yes, both cooked and uncooked rolls freeze well.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Beef Bone Broth
• Crock Pot Beef Back Ribs
• Crock Pot Beef And Noodles With Stew Meat