Boiled Beef and More
Boiled beef used to be of the most common meats in Italy: The cuts used are inexpensive, so almost everyone could afford them, and boiled beef is a byproduct of making broth, which was a staple winter food. Boiled beef is bland, however, so there are many tasty Italian recipes for jazzing it up. There are also tasty specialties, for example vitello tonnato.
Cold Boiled Meat Japanese Style - Lesso Freddo Alla Giapponese
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. This is a slightly unusual summer salad (for want of a better term) that will be nice as a one-course family meal.
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. This is a slightly unusual summer salad (for want of a better term) that will be nice as a one-course family meal.
Boiled Meat Fried with Onions - Lesso Fritto Con Le Cipolle
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. Recooking boiled meat with onions is one of the most classic ways of preparing it, and will be nice as a one-course family meal.
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. Recooking boiled meat with onions is one of the most classic ways of preparing it, and will be nice as a one-course family meal.
Fried Leftover Boiled Beef - Fritto di Avanzi di Manzo Lessato
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. Recooking boiled meat with onions is one of the most classic ways of preparing it, and this will be nice as a one-course family meal.
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. Recooking boiled meat with onions is one of the most classic ways of preparing it, and this will be nice as a one-course family meal.
Boiled Meat En Croute - Lesso Colla Crosta (Au Gratin)
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. Mushrooms and meat work well together, and this will be nice as a one-course family meal after you have made stock.
Boiled beef used to be one of the most common meats on the Italian table, both because the cuts are cheap and because it's a byproduct of making broth. Consequently, ways to put it to use were (and are) always welcome. Mushrooms and meat work well together, and this will be nice as a one-course family meal after you have made stock.
Cima Alla Genovese - A More Modern Variation
This classic Ligurian stuffed breast of veal is a standard feature of Genovese Christmas menus, but is also nice in the summer months, because it's served sliced, cold. The Traditional recipe calls for ingredients that are now hard to find. Here is an easier modern variation, and a recipe for salsa verde to go with it.
This classic Ligurian stuffed breast of veal is a standard feature of Genovese Christmas menus, but is also nice in the summer months, because it's served sliced, cold. The Traditional recipe calls for ingredients that are now hard to find. Here is an easier modern variation, and a recipe for salsa verde to go with it.
Il Bollito Misto or Italian Boiled Dinner: What's On the Plate?
Bollito Misto is Boiled Dinner, and you might think it simple. And it is, in some ways, but it's also one of the tastiest, most satisfying north Italian meals going. Here's a look at what you'll find on your plate.
Bollito Misto is Boiled Dinner, and you might think it simple. And it is, in some ways, but it's also one of the tastiest, most satisfying north Italian meals going. Here's a look at what you'll find on your plate.
Boiled Beef Home Style: Lesso Rifatto alla Casalinga
Boiled beef sliced and heated through with stewed onions is another excellent use for the byproducts of making broth.
Boiled beef sliced and heated through with stewed onions is another excellent use for the byproducts of making broth.
Boiled Dinner Piemontese Style
Who would ever guess that boiled dinner could be such a delight? A favorite of King Alberto, and with lots of sauce recipes too.
Who would ever guess that boiled dinner could be such a delight? A favorite of King Alberto, and with lots of sauce recipes too.
Vitello Tonnato: Veal in Tuna Sauce
A classic summer dish, and an indispensable part of the Ascension Day feast in Milano.
A classic summer dish, and an indispensable part of the Ascension Day feast in Milano.
Boiled Beef Cuntry Style: Lesso Rifatto alla Campagnola
Boiled beef, reheated with an onion and tomato sauce -- an excellent use for the byproducts of making broth.
Boiled beef, reheated with an onion and tomato sauce -- an excellent use for the byproducts of making broth.
Boiled Beef English Style: Lesso all'Inglese
Boiled beef, sliced and heated through with a hearty cream sauce.
Boiled beef, sliced and heated through with a hearty cream sauce.
Boiled Beef Fried Milanese Style: Lesso fritto alla Milanese
Boiled beef, sliced, fried or sauteed in butter, and served with risotto. Quite satisfying.
Boiled beef, sliced, fried or sauteed in butter, and served with risotto. Quite satisfying.
Cabbage Casserole
Rich & tasty: The perfect use for leftover boiled cabbage and leftover boiled meat!
Rich & tasty: The perfect use for leftover boiled cabbage and leftover boiled meat!
Cima alla Genovese
Breast of veal, stuffed and simmered to perfection. A Ligurian classic.
Breast of veal, stuffed and simmered to perfection. A Ligurian classic.
Jellied Veal: Vitello in Galantina
A refreshing summer dish that's also elegant enough to serve company.
A refreshing summer dish that's also elegant enough to serve company.
Rovato Beef Seasoned with Oil: Manzo di Rovato all'Olio
Surprisingly refreshing boiled beef in a tasty vegetable sauce.
Surprisingly refreshing boiled beef in a tasty vegetable sauce.
Sima
The Gibraltarian alternative to Cima, brought by Ligurian sialors who settled there.
The Gibraltarian alternative to Cima, brought by Ligurian sialors who settled there.
Tasty Boiled Beef: Lesso All'Appetito
Boiled beef, plucked from the broth and cooked until done with herbs and seasonings.
Boiled beef, plucked from the broth and cooked until done with herbs and seasonings.
The Good Wife's Boiled Beef Sauce
The Good Wife's Boiled Meat Sauce: A tasty sauce for jazzing up boiled meats, from the first issue of La Cucina Italiana.
The Good Wife's Boiled Meat Sauce: A tasty sauce for jazzing up boiled meats, from the first issue of La Cucina Italiana.