THE CUSIMANO SPECIAL ('DA CUZ, FOR SHORT)

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Beef au jus, Italian style, on a roll with provolone sauce, roasted peppers and pickled peppers. This is how Johnny C. rolls and this sandwich is for him.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 sweet peppers, green and red Italian peppers of choice, such as large cubanelle, mild Italian green peppers or red field peppers
6 tablespoons butter
2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons AP flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 1/2 cups shredded provolone cheese
Neutral oil, such as refined oil or safflower oil, in squeeze bottle
1 to 1 1/4 pounds shaved/very thinly sliced boneless rib eye, from the butcher counter
1 teaspoon (1/3 palm full) each salt, black pepper and granulated garlic
1 1/2 cups beef bone broth or stock or consomme
Italian rolls, hoagie rolls of choice
Hot Italian cherry pepper rings, Cento preferred brand
1 jar giardiniera (Italian hot pickled vegetables) in brine not oil

Steps:

  • Gather your ingredients.
  • Line a pan with foil and preheat broiler to high. Arrange peppers on foil-lined baking tray and broil to blister the peppers and char evenly all over, 15 to 20 minutes, turning once.
  • When they are charred evenly and tender, place the peppers in a bowl and cover to cool peppers.
  • In a small skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. When it foams add onions and stir, cook 10 minutes. Smash garlic and add it to the onions. Add about 1/2 cup water and cook 10 to 15 minutes more to light golden and very sweet.
  • Preheat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Heat a sauce pot over medium to medium-high heat. Melt 4 tablespoons butter and when it foams whisk flour into butter and slowly add the milk. Let sauce come to a bubble and whisk to thicken until sauce can coat a spoon. Stir in cheese to melt, turn off heat and cover.
  • Place the oil near skillet and a large, thin meat spatula or sturdy tongs. Pat meat dry and ruffle the slices up to loosen them. Combine the salt, pepper and granulated garlic in a small dish then sprinkle over meat. Cook half the meat at a time by squirting oil on to skillet to lightly coat it then cook meat until brown and crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per batch. Pile cooked meat on platter. Add bone broth to skillet, let the drippings bubble up and reduce heat to simmer.
  • Peel the roasted peppers and seed them. For warm rolls, place in oven once the peppers are removed.
  • To assemble: Line a roll with a few spoonfuls of soft onions. Dip the beef into broth or stock and fill rolls. Top with roasted peppers, cheese sauce, cherry peppers and giardiniera.

Ahmed HMDY
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This is the best Cusimano Special Da Cuz recipe I've ever tried. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Zahoor
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I've been making this dish for years and it's always a hit. It's a classic recipe that everyone loves.


tibor toth
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This dish is a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly special.


Sewey Gigi
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I'm not a great cook, but even I was able to make this dish. It's really that easy!


Eccentric Diva
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Qari Ilyas
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use different types of meat, vegetables, and cheese to create your own unique dish.


Agyare Bismark
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit.


Bataa Battumur
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I've made this dish for potlucks and parties and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Murphy Kester
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I served this dish with a side of rice and it was a perfect combination.


Pantoma Pantoma
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This dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Hassaan Asghar
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I'm not a huge fan of bell peppers, but I loved them in this dish. They added a nice sweetness and crunch.


Richard Cranium
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I made a few substitutions based on what I had on hand and it still turned out great. This recipe is very forgiving.


luli llabjani
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Thanks for sharing!


here store
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Phetogo Makitla
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious.


High Bred
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The Cusimano Special Da Cuz lived up to its name! It's crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a cheesy, gooey filling that's both sweet and savory. My family devoured it in no time.