Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Round Steak and Sausage Pinwheels are not just a meal—they're a gastronomic masterpiece that combines tender round steak, spicy Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and melted cheese in a stunning spiral of deliciousness. Imagine cutting into a perfectly roasted pinwheel and revealing a beautiful, layered cross-section that will make your dinner guests' jaws drop with amazement. This recipe is about to become your new go-to showstopper that's surprisingly easy to prepare but looks like it came straight from a gourmet restaurant kitchen!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb round steak
- 1/2 lb Italian sausage
- 1 cup spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the round steak by placing it between two sheets of plastic wrap and pounding it to approximately 1/4-inch thickness, ensuring an even surface for rolling.
- Season the flattened steak with salt and pepper on both sides, creating a base layer of flavor.
- Remove the Italian sausage from its casing and crumble it evenly across the surface of the pounded steak, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Distribute fresh spinach leaves uniformly over the sausage layer, creating a vibrant green foundation.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the spinach, ensuring even coverage to help bind the ingredients.
- Carefully roll the steak tightly from one end to the other, creating a compact pinwheel shape, tucking in the edges to secure the filling.
- Secure the rolled pinwheel with kitchen twine or toothpicks to prevent unraveling during cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with a light coating of oil or cooking spray.
- Place the pinwheel in the prepared baking dish, seam-side down, to maintain its shape during roasting.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Cut into 1-inch thick slices and serve hot, revealing the beautiful pinwheel pattern.
Tips
- Ensure your steak is pounded extremely evenly to create a uniform roll that cooks consistently.
- Use kitchen twine instead of toothpicks for a more professional presentation and easier slicing.
- Let the pinwheel rest after cooking to retain maximum juiciness and make cutting easier.
- For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like fresh thyme or rosemary to the filling.
- Use a sharp knife when slicing to maintain the beautiful pinwheel pattern.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
- If the exterior browns too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 235kcal
Carbohydrates: 1g
Protein: 19g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 52mg
