Beef Alla Certosina Recipe

Ingredients for Beef Alla Certosina

• Beef Eye Round
• Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Bacon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
• Anchovy Fillets
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Beef Stock

How to Make Beef Alla Certosina

1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add 4 ounces of chopped bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving the rendered bacon fat.
2. Add 2 pounds of beef stew meat (or chuck roast) to the saucepan and brown on all sides, working in batches if needed. Season generously with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg.
3. Add 2 ounces of chopped anchovy fillets and 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley to the saucepan. Stir to combine.
4. Pour in 2 cups of beef stock (or water) and add the reserved crispy bacon.
5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the beef is fork-tender. Add more water if necessary to maintain sufficient liquid.
6. Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the saucepan and set aside. Skim off excess fat from the sauce.
7. Return the beef to the saucepan. If you desire a thicker gravy, you can simmer uncovered until the sauce slightly reduces.
8. Slice the beef and serve it generously covered in the flavorful gravy. Enjoy!