Step-by-Step Instructions:
Prepare the Meat and Filling:
Lay the beef slices on a cutting board and pound them thin with a meat mallet.
In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Roll:
Spread the filling evenly over the thin beef slices.
Add hard-boiled eggs, mortadella, and diced cheese along the center.
Carefully roll the beef tightly and secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks.
Brown the Roll:
Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sear the meat roll on all sides until browned, then set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
In the same skillet, sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until softened.
Add the tomato purée and cook for a few minutes.
Simmer the Bruciuluni:
Place the browned roll into the sauce. Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
Serve:
Slice the roll into rounds, arrange on a serving platter, and spoon the rich sauce over each piece.
Variations and Tips:
Cheese Options: Substitute caciocavallo with mozzarella or any semi-hard cheese.
Dietary Substitutions: Use plant-based ground meat and cheese for a vegetarian twist. Replace eggs with cooked lentils for extra protein.
Cooking Tip: Ensure the meat roll is tightly secured to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.