Authentic Italian Cooking

Veal

I know veal meat is not always satisfactory all over the world but some Italian meat recipes need it to have the best result. It is also true it is not so tasty as beef meat but, believe me, thanks to the ingredients and cooking method you'll be able to prepare mouth-watering recipes.

  • Fillet steaks with mushrooms & potatoes
  • Veal paté
  • Veal Marsala
  • Meatloaf recipe
  • Veal roulades with speck and hard-boiled eggs
  • Venetian-style calf's liver with onions
  • Saltimbocca Roma-style
  • Rib roast with pomegranate
  • Veal with tuna sauce
  • Italian “nervetti” salad or veal shank salad

    Veal meat

    How many recipes are made with veal in Italy? Probably no one could answer this question. There are traditional recipes known throughout the world: Milanese breaded and fried cutlets, Roman saltimbocca, tongue in green sauce, veal in tuna sauce, meatrolls ...
    Each region has its typical dishes. And then what about the many cooking methods? In short, you'll be spoiled for choice ;))

    Traditional and new Italian recipes with veal meat

    Fillet steaks with mushrooms & potatoes

    Fillet steaks with mushrooms & potatoes

    Veal fillet with mushrooms and potatoes is very appetizing main dish that can become an excellent choice in the fall if you buy fresh mushrooms. Actually buying frozen mushrooms it can be prepared all year round. The recipe is so simple to do that can be included in an important menu from a beginner too.

    Boiled veal tongue with Italian sauces

    Boiled veal tongue with Italian sauces

    The tongue is not liked by everyone but this dish is actually an exception because its preparation makes it very tasty and particularly suitable as a starter.

    Veal paté

    Veal paté

    Typical of Christmas, it is a dish to be served as a starter but can also be chosen for a meal, buffet-style. It's so tender that can be eaten without a knife.

    Veal Marsala

    Veal Marsala

    Another dish of Italian tradition you can choose for your family menu and get-togethers too!

    Meatloaf recipe

    Meatloaf recipe

    Raise his hand who does not like meatloaf! Nobody, right? This one you can see in the photo is tasty because I added peas and tomtoes to meat.

    Veal roulades with speck and hard-boiled eggs

    Veal roulades with speck and hard-boiled eggs

    Roulades are quite simple and tasty dish that, generally, everyone loves in the family,  including children. I show you my roulades made with slices of veal breast stuffed with bacon and boiled eggs. In addition,  they work well for people with lactose intolerance or that do not like cheese.

    Breaded-and-fried veal chops filled with fontina cheese, Aosta-style

    Breaded-and-fried veal chops filled with fontina cheese, Aosta-style

    This dish is prepared by making a pocket inside the rib and filling it with fontina. Then it is breaded and fried. A true goodness but it must be eaten rarely because high-calorie.

    Venetian style calf's liver with onions

    Venetian style calf's liver with onions

    Calf's liver, onions and butter. These are the main ingredients to make this dish you can serve with polenta.

    Saltimbocca Latium-style

    Saltimbocca Latium-style

    Very easy to do but tasty recipe. A Roman dish that will astonish you and your guests. Follow my directions and doses: it is not rich in calories!

    Breaded veal chops, Milan style

    Breaded and fried veal chops, Milan style

    Do not confuse breaded and fried escalopes with breaded and fried chops. They are two completely different recipes.

    Rib roast with pomegranate

    Rib roast with pomegranate

    A recipe of mine, that I am proud of. I really like all kinds of meat cooked with fruit. Among the many advantages there is to make the meat tender and without excessive fats. Perfect for your Christmas menu.

    Veal topped with tuna sauce

    Veal with tuna sauce

    You can make this dish all year round. It is a perfect starter in your Christmas starter. It is a good choice for your cold dinners in summer. Ahead recipe for your meals, buffet style!

    Italian “nervetti” salad or veal shank salad

    veal shank salad

    We Italians can buy veal shank salad in supermarket that have a good-quality product but making it at home gives us more taste, really!