Burgundian-Style Veal Rolls

Ingredients

• 8 veal scallips, pounded thin
• 8 thin slices of bacon
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup of Burgundy red wine
• 1/2 cup of beef stock
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
• Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. Lay each veal scallop flat on your work surface and season with salt and black pepper.
2. Place a slice of bacon over each veal scallop and roll it up tightly.
3. Secure the rolls with toothpicks to prevent them from unrolling.
4. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
5. Add the veal rolls and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
6. Remove the veal rolls from the skillet and set aside.
7. Add the Burgundy wine to the skillet and cook until reduced by half.
8. Add the beef stock, tomato paste, and thyme to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer.
9. Return the veal rolls to the skillet and spoon some of the sauce over them.
10. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the veal is cooked through.
11. Transfer the veal rolls to a serving dish and pour the sauce on top.
12. Remove the toothpicks before serving.

Verdict and Serving Suggestions

These Burgundian-style veal rolls are a delicious and elegant main dish, perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two. Serve them with boiled or mashed potatoes and a green salad to complete the meal. The rich and flavorful sauce is the perfect accompaniment to the tender veal rolls, making this dish an instant classic.