Best 3 Beef Birds Uccelletti Scappati Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Beef Birds Uccelletti Scappati, a classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of savory beef, aromatic herbs, and tangy tomatoes. These delectable beef rolls, also known as Uccelletti Scappati (escaped birds), are stuffed with a flavorful mixture of ground beef, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, aromatic herbs, and spices, then wrapped in thin slices of beef and braised in a rich tomato sauce. Our collection of recipes offers variations on this timeless dish, including a traditional Italian version, a modern twist with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, and a simplified recipe for busy weeknights. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a new culinary adventure, our Beef Birds Uccelletti Scappati recipes will guide you in creating a delicious and memorable meal.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF BIRDS



Beef Birds image

Talk about comfort food...these are so good! My aunt calls them Beef Birds, my Mom always called them Bacon Rolls. I have seen similar recipes under the name Roulades. My brother always asked for this for his "Birthday Dinner" meal when we were kids. LOL Jazz it up with any herbs and spices you like. I usually get about 24 birds, leftovers freeze well. This recipe is very forgiving, I have even simmered 2 hours with no problems. Prep time is approximate, you may be faster than me. Serve with potatoes to soak up all that delicious gravy! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

Provided by Scoutie

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs round steaks
1 lb bacon, more if needed
1 large yellow onion, cut into small chunks that will fit on the meat strip
salt
pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder (or more to taste)
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
2 -3 cups water
1 cup flour
1/4 cup cooking oil, more if needed

Steps:

  • Pound steak to 1/4 inch thickness, using a meat mallet or edge of heavy plate.
  • Cut meat into strips, approximately 3x5 inches. Season flour with salt, pepper and garlic powder and dredge the meat in the flour. (save the remaining flour to thicken the gravy).
  • Add a 1/2 slice of bacon (size to cover the meat strip) and thin chunks of onion to the meat, leaving the end of the meat free of onion so you can roll up more easily. Roll it up, with the bacon and onion on the inside and secure with 2 toothpicks.
  • In Dutch Oven or heavy pot, heat oil and brown birds well on all sides. You will have to do this in batches. Do NOT skimp on browning well, it really makes the dish.
  • Return birds to the pot. Add beef broth and enough water up to 3 inches in pot. Cover and simmer on low until fork-tender, about 1 1/2 hours, check after 1 hour.
  • Remove birds. Skim some, but not all of the fat from the pot. Make gravy using pan juices, flour and water, or however you like to make your gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723.3, Fat 49.8, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 138.1, Sodium 1096.3, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 47

CRUSTY BEEF, CHEESE AND NOODLE CASSEROLE RECIPE



Crusty Beef, Cheese and Noodle Casserole Recipe image

Provided by GrandmaFred

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tbl. oil
1 chopped onion
2 lbs. ground beef (7% fat is best)
40 oz. meatless mushroom marinara sauce
1 tsp. salt
1 lb. fine noodles, cooked and drained
1 lb. sharp cheddar, shredded
seasoned salt

Steps:

  • Cook onion in oil. Add meat and brown. Drain as needed. Add sauce and salt. Heat through. Arrange in casserole dish: half the noodles, half the sauce, half the cheese. Sprinkle with seasoned salt. Repeat with another layer. Bake 1 hour at 325. Top should be nicely browned.

BEEF BIRDS - {UCCELLETTI SCAPPATI} RECIPE



Beef Birds - {Uccelletti Scappati} Recipe image

Provided by รก-170456

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 slices eye-of-round beef, 3/4" thick ea
12 slices prosciutto
12 sage leaves
12 slices Italian round peasant bread cut into cubes
1/2 pound pancetta cut into 1" cubes
Extra-virgin olive oil
Salt to taste
Freshly-ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill or broiler. Cover each slice of beef with a slice of prosciutto, place a sage leaf in the middle of each slice of prosciutto, and roll up, securing the rolls on wooden skewers, alternated with chunks of bread and pancetta cubes. Brush the meat with the olive oil, season with salt and pepper and cook on the grill or under the broiler until the beef is cooked through. This recipe yields 6 servings.

Tips for Making Beef Birds Uccelletti Scappati

  • Use thin slices of flank steak or top round steak for the beef birds.
  • Pound the steak slices with a meat mallet to tenderize them.
  • Season the steak slices with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Fill the steak slices with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and an egg.
  • Roll up the steak slices and secure them with toothpicks.
  • Brown the beef birds in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Transfer the beef birds to a baking dish and bake them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the beef birds with your favorite pasta or rice dish.

Conclusion

Beef birds uccelletti scappati is a delicious and easy-to-make Italian dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The beef birds are made with thin slices of steak that are filled with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, and an egg. The beef birds are then rolled up and secured with toothpicks, browned in a skillet, and baked in the oven until cooked through. Serve the beef birds with your favorite pasta or rice dish.

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