Ingredients
Creating these delicious rolls requires a handful of ingredients, each bringing its own layer of flavor and texture to the table. Here’s what you’ll need to bring the essence of a Monterey kitchen into your home:
– Thinly sliced beef: Opt for ribeye or sirloin for the best texture and flavor. Growing up by the sea, we always valued the freshest ingredients, and quality meat makes all the difference here.
– Bell peppers: A mix of green and red for that perfect balance of sweetness and crunch.
– Onions: Sliced thinly, they add a sweet, caramelized depth to the rolls.
– Provolone cheese: Its creamy, mild flavor wraps everything together beautifully.
– Almond flour: A staple in keto baking, it forms the base of our low-carb dough.
– Mozzarella cheese: Used in the dough to add stretch and flavor.
– Cream cheese: This helps bind our dough, adding richness.
– Baking powder: To give the dough a slight lift.
– Salt and pepper: To taste, enhancing all the vibrant flavors.
Each ingredient plays a role reminiscent of the well-orchestrated chaos of my childhood kitchen, where every meal was a collaboration of flavors and love.
Instructions
Creating these rolls is a delightful dance, reminiscent of the rhythm in my family’s kitchen. Here’s how you can bring this dish to life:
1. **Prepare the Filling:** In a pan over medium heat, sauté the sliced onions and bell peppers until soft and caramelized. Add the thinly sliced beef, cooking until browned. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside to cool slightly.
2. **Make the Dough:** In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the mozzarella and cream cheese together. Once melted, stir in the almond flour and baking powder until a dough forms. Knead it gently, just like I did on that flour-covered stool, until smooth.
3. **Assemble the Rolls:** Roll the dough out into a rectangle. Layer the beef mixture and provolone cheese onto the dough, then carefully roll it up, tucking in the sides as you go. Slice into individual rolls.
4. **Bake:** Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
Every step in this process echoes the love and care I learned from my family, turning simple ingredients into a meal worthy of sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International