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Braciole

Equipment:

Large skillet

Cooking twine (or cotton thread or string)

Tenderizer

Ingredients:

Chuck, round, or rump roast (chicken breast or thigh work, too)

Garlic, minced

Grated Romano or Parmesan cheese

Olive Oil

Tomato Sauce

Preparation:

1.Slice, then tenderize meat until it is about 1/8 inch thick

2.Cut meat into 3 inch by 5 inch pieces

3.Rub one side of each piece with minced garlic

4.Sprinkle rubbed side with grated cheese

5.Roll each piece up, securing it with twine

6.Optional: Cover and refrigerate over night (enhances flavor)

7.Add rolls to lightly oiled skillet, leaving room around each

8.Brown rolls thoroughly

9.Add enough tomato sauce

10.Cook until tender and browned throughout

11.Don't forget to remove the twine before serving