Stuffed Beef Roll with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Cheese

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Stuffed Beef Roll with Spinach, Mushrooms, and Cheese

This incredible stuffed beef roll recipe dates back to the 1960s and transforms simple ground beef into an elegant, restaurant-quality dinner that will impress your family and guests. The combination of seasoned ground beef wrapped around a savory filling of spinach, mushrooms, and melted Emmental cheese creates a show-stopping main course that’s surprisingly easy to make. Served alongside creamy Parmesan mashed potatoes, this hearty meal delivers comfort food at its finest.

Ingredients

For the Beef Roll:

  • 2 lbs (900g) ground beef
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, grated
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 5 oz (150g) fresh spinach, chopped
  • 7 oz (200g) mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 5 oz (150g) Emmental cheese, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1/4 stick (30g) butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika

For the Glaze:

  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 4 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp grain Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp honey

For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 5 medium potatoes
  • 2 fl oz (60ml) heavy cream
  • 1 oz (30g) Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 tsp salt

For Garnish:

  • Fresh herbs
  • Cherry tomatoes

Instructions

Preparing the Beef Mixture

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, grated onion, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly with your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Lay out parchment paper on your work surface and press the beef mixture into a rectangular shape, creating the base for your roll.

Cooking the Potatoes

  1. Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with water, and add 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook over medium heat for 30-40 minutes until tender when pierced with a knife.

Preparing the Filling

  1. In a frying pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add grated garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add chopped spinach to the pan and sauté until wilted and cooked through. Spread the spinach mixture evenly over the beef rectangle.
  3. In the same pan, heat olive oil and sauté chopped mushrooms until golden and cooked through. Layer the mushrooms over the spinach.
  4. Sprinkle grated Emmental cheese over the mushroom layer.

Rolling and Baking

  1. Using the parchment paper as a guide, carefully roll the beef mixture into a tight log, encasing all the filling ingredients.
  2. Preheat oven to 360°F (180°C).
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and honey to create the glaze.
  4. Place the beef roll on aluminum foil, brush generously with half the glaze, and wrap tightly in foil.
  5. Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven.

Finishing the Potatoes

  1. Drain the cooked potatoes and return to the saucepan. Add heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Final Steps

  1. Ten minutes before the roll is done, remove from oven, unwrap the foil, and brush with remaining glaze. Return to oven uncovered for 10 minutes to caramelize the surface.
  2. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thick portions.
  3. Serve sliced beef roll with creamy mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh herbs and cherry tomatoes.

Time and Serving Information

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6-8 people

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 485 | Protein: 32g | Carbs: 28g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 4g

Why This Recipe Is So Good

This stuffed beef roll recipe combines multiple nutritional benefits in one satisfying meal. The ground beef provides high-quality protein essential for muscle maintenance and growth, while the spinach adds iron, folate, and vitamins A and K. Mushrooms contribute selenium and B vitamins, and the Emmental cheese provides calcium for strong bones.

The preparation method locks in moisture and flavor, creating tender meat with a beautifully caramelized exterior. The sweet and savory glaze adds depth of flavor without overwhelming the natural taste of the beef and vegetables. The accompanying Parmesan mashed potatoes provide complex carbohydrates for sustained energy, making this a well-balanced, comfort food meal that doesn’t sacrifice nutrition for taste.

This recipe is perfect for special occasions, family dinners, or meal prep, as it reheats beautifully and can be prepared ahead of time. The impressive presentation makes it ideal for entertaining, while the familiar flavors ensure it’s a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

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