The leek rolls in sauce cooked on the stove offer a delicious and simple solution for a meal full of flavor and very quick to prepare.
This dish stands out for its ability to combine intense flavors and different textures in perfect harmony, thanks to the combination of the sweetness of leek and the savory taste of ground meat.
The rolls are cooked on the stove, immersed in a flavorful sauce, to further enhance their taste and ensure a memorable culinary experience.
Preparing these rolls requires few ingredients and steps, making the recipe suitable even for less experienced cooks or those with little time.
The leeks, once cleaned and cut, are stuffed with a filling of ground meat and a mashed potato, seasoned with spices and aromas.
The leek rolls in sauce cooked on the stove are then browned in a pan and cooked in the sauce until tender and succulent.
Perfect as a main dish or hearty appetizer, leek rolls in sauce are a versatile and refined choice for any occasion.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for Leek Rolls in Sauce
With these quantities, you will have 3 rolls per person.
- 1 lb leek
- 7 oz potatoes
- 12 oz ground beef
- 1.75 oz grated Grana Padano cheese
- 14 oz tomato puree
- 3 pinches salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 pinch dried oregano
- 2 pinches thyme
- 1 clove garlic
Steps
First, clean the leeks by removing the tougher green part, the root, and the outer leaves.
Then, obtain 24 intact leaves and cook them in a pot full of water for 4 to 5 minutes.
Drain them using tongs to avoid breaking them and let them dry on a clean towel.
In the meantime, cook 200 g of potatoes (boiled or steamed) and mash them to obtain a puree.
Place the potato puree in a large bowl, add the ground beef, grated cheese, and crushed garlic clove.
Season with salt, pepper, and dry thyme, and mix very well.
On a cutting board, place 2 strips of leeks in a cross, fill the center with a generous spoonful of filling, and close into a packet leaving the closure facing down.
In a small bowl, season the tomato puree with salt, pepper, and oregano and set aside temporarily.
Heat a large high-sided pan with a little extra virgin olive oil, brown the leek rolls on both sides, turning them with a spatula or kitchen tongs.
Once browned, add the tomato puree, lower the heat, cover with a lid, and cook the rolls in the sauce for at least 20 minutes.
Serve topped with grated cheese and a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil.
Tips and Variations for Leek Rolls in Sauce
If you prefer, you can bake them by placing them in a baking dish, covering them with the sauce and grated cheese on top, and baking them on the middle rack at 350°F for 25/30 minutes.
Want a richer filling? Chop the middle part of the leek, brown it in a pan, and add it to the potato and ground meat filling.
Want to make them vegetarian? Replace the ground meat with 250 g of boiled or canned and mashed chickpeas and mix with the mashed potato.
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