Beef Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Place steak slices between 2 sheets of plastic wrap.
2. 2
   Pound steak to 1/8-inch thick.
3. 3
   In a small bowl, combine parsley, basil, cheese and garlic; set aside.
4. 4
   Season pounded steak with salt and pepper; place a ham slice on each steak piece, trimming to fit if necessary.
5. 5
   Put a little reserved herb mixture at one end of each slice.
6. 6
   Roll up steak and ham slices, enclosing herb mixture; secure with wooden picks or kitchen string.
7. 7
   Heat olive oil in a large saucepan.
8. 8
   Add onion; saute 5 minutes or until soft.
9. 9
   Add beef rolls; saute 5 minutes or until evenly browned, turning occasionally.
10. 10
    Add wine, stock or water and tomatoes.
11. 11
    Bring to a boil.
12. 12
    Reduce heat.
13. 13
    Cover; simmer 1 hour or until meat is tender. Remove rolls from sauce; remove wooden picks or string.
14. 14
    Place on a warm serving platter.
15. 15
    Pour sauce over rolls.
16. 16
    Garnish with parsley or basil.
17. 17
    Serve with a dry red wine.
18. 18
    Makes 2 servings.