Veal
Scallopini with Portobello Mushrooms and Red Peppers
I like using Veal Scallops because they are one of the nicest
cuts. They go with so many different ingredients and cook very
quickly.
8 veal scallops, almost 1.5 lb. total and
1/3 to 1/2 inch thick
all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground pepper,
2 Tbs. unsalted butter
4 Tbs. olive oil
1 red bell pepper,
3/4 lb. portobello mushrooms
1/2 cup white wine (2 glasses for me while cooking)
3 oz. thinly sliced prosciutto.
1 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 Tbs. chopped fresh sweet basil
"Directions"
One at a time, place the veal scallops between 2 sheets of
plastic wrap and pound gently with a meat tenderizer until 1/4
inch thick. Spread the flour on a plate and season with salt
and pepper. Lightly dust the veal scallops, shaking off the
excess.
In a large fry pan over medium heat, melt the butter with
the olive oil. Add the veal and cook, turning once, until
browned on both sides, about 6 minutes total. Transfer the
veal to a plate.
Add the bell pepper and mushrooms to the fry pan and cook,
stirring occasionally, until the bell pepper is tender, about
10 minutes. Add the wine and cook, stirring, until the liquid
evaporates, about 2 minutes. Stir in the prosciutto and season
with salt and pepper. Return the veal to the pan, spooning the
vegetables and prosciutto over it, and cook for about 1 minute
more.
Place on individual plates and sprinkle with the parsley.
Serve immediately.
Keep everyone happy with plenty of wine.