Brasato Al Barolo Recipe

Name: Brasato Al Barolo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. beef brisket; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 6 tbsp. virgin olive oil; 1 md. carrot, finely chopped; 1 md. Spanish onion, finely chopped; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 1/4 lb. pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice (or substitute bacon); 1 bottle barolo; other heavy red wine; 2 cups Basic Tomato Sauce; 1 recipe Turnip Risotto

Servings: persons

2 lb. beef brisket
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 tbsp. virgin olive oil
1 md. carrot, finely chopped
1 md. Spanish onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1/4 lb. pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch dice (or substitute bacon)
1 bottle barolo
other heavy red wine
2 cups Basic Tomato Sauce
1 recipe Turnip Risotto

1
Season brisket liberally with salt and pepper.
2
In a 6- to 8-quart heavy-bottom casserole, heat olive oil until smoking.
3
Place brisket in casserole and brown all over, turning repeatedly, until dark, golden brown (10 to 12 minutes).
4
Remove beef and set aside.
5
Pour oil out of pan and add carrot, onion, celery and pancetta and cook until light brown and starting to soften.
6
Add red wine and Basic Tomato Sauce and bring to boil.
7
Add meat and lower heat to simmer.
8
Cook for 1-1/2 to 2 hours, or until meat is very tender.
9
Check heat often.
10
If boiling hard, lower the heat.
11
After two hours, remove meat and set on cutting board.
12
Reduce cooking liquid to 2-1/2 to 3 cups and season with salt and pepper.
13
Slice meat and place over Turnip Risotto.
14
Pour sauce over and serve immediately.

812

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. beef brisket, Salt, to taste, Freshly ground black pepper, to taste, 6 tbsp. virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Brasato Al Barolo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Brasato Al Barolo

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Variations & substitutions

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