Veal Pocket Recipe

Name: Veal Pocket Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 lb.) breast of veal; 2 c. cooked spinach or possibly chard; 1 sm. carrot; 1 sm. onion; 1 stalk celery; 1 tbsp. parsley; 1 clove garlic; 1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp. catsup; 1 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon oregano or possibly poultry seasoning; 1 chicken bouillon cube; 1 tbsp. water; 1 c. bread crumbs (1/2 c. reg. cornmeal); 1 raw egg; 1 c. white table wine (optional)

Servings: persons

1 (3 lb.) breast of veal
2 c. cooked spinach or possibly chard
1 sm. carrot
1 sm. onion
1 stalk celery
1 tbsp. parsley
1 clove garlic
1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp. catsup
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon oregano or possibly poultry seasoning
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 tbsp. water
1 c. bread crumbs (1/2 c. reg. cornmeal)
1 raw egg
1 c. white table wine (optional)

1
Have butcher cut a pocket or possibly slit in veal for stuffing.
2
Grind or possibly chop very fine the spinach, carrot, onion, celery, parsley, garlic.
3
Heat extra virgin olive oil.
4
Add in vegetables and saute/fry; add in catsup, salt, oregano (or possibly poultry seasoning), and chicken cube dissolved in 1 Tbsp.
5
water.
6
Cover and simmer till vegetables are tender-crisp.
7
Stir in bread crumbs; remove from heat.
8
Stir in egg till smooth.
9
Stuff this mix into the pocket of veal.
10
Sew with heavy thread to close opening.
11
Rub veal with oil; place in roasting pan.
12
Add in wine.
13
Roast in oven 350 degrees for 15-20 min.
14
Reduce heat to 275-300 degrees.
15
Continue cooking for 1 3/4 to 2 hrs, basting often with additional wine.

267

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (3 lb.) breast of veal, 2 c. cooked spinach or possibly chard, 1 sm. carrot, 1 sm. onion, and more.

Yes, Veal Pocket Recipe 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!