Pork muscle rolls with béchamel sauce

Pork Tenderloin Rolls with Bechamel Sauce

Discover a savory and comforting recipe that will bring joy to both your kitchen and your holiday table! Pork tenderloin rolls with bechamel sauce are a refined yet easy-to-make dish, perfect for a special dinner or a gathering with friends. This recipe combines the tenderness of pork with the rich flavors of cheese, pastrami, and mushrooms, all covered in a creamy and delicious bechamel sauce.

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 1 hour
Total time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

For the rolls:
- 10 very thin slices of pork tenderloin
- 100 g pastrami (choose a quality variant with a pronounced taste)
- 100 g cheese (preferably a semi-hard cheese that melts nicely)
- 1 pickled cucumber (for a note of freshness and tanginess)
- 1 jar of whole canned mushrooms (approx. 300 g)
- 1 and a half tablespoons of mustard
- Freshly ground pepper, to taste
- Vegeta, to taste
- Paprika (for an extra splash of color and flavor)

For the bechamel sauce:
- 50 g butter
- 1 and a half tablespoons of flour
- 250 ml milk (use whole milk for a creamier sauce)
- Pepper, to taste
- Vegeta, to taste

Step by step:

1. Preparing the meat: Start by gently pounding the pork tenderloin slices with a meat mallet. This will help the meat become more tender. Make sure not to pound too hard to avoid destroying the texture.

2. Seasoning: Season each slice of meat with pepper, vegeta, and paprika. These spices will enhance the flavor of the meat. Then, spread a thin layer of mustard on each slice. The mustard will add a slight spiciness and help bind the ingredients.

3. Adding the filling: Cut the cheese and pastrami into thin strips, about a finger's width. Also, slice the pickled cucumber into thin strips. On each slice of meat, place a strip of pastrami, a strip of cheese, and two strips of pickled cucumber.

4. Forming the rolls: Roll each slice tightly and secure each roll with a toothpick. This step is crucial to keep the filling inside during baking.

5. Preparing the dish: Take a baking dish and generously grease it with butter. Place the rolls in the dish, making sure to arrange them in a single layer. Wash the mushrooms well and slice them. Place them over the rolls. Sprinkle a little paprika on top and add half a cup of water to the dish to maintain moisture during baking.

6. Baking: Cover the dish with a lid and place it in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 1 hour – 1 hour and 10 minutes. During this time, the rolls will cook evenly, and the flavors will blend perfectly.

7. Preparing the bechamel sauce: Start preparing the bechamel sauce during the last 20 minutes of baking the rolls. In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, add the flour gradually, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

8. Adding the milk: Season with pepper and a dash of vegeta. Start adding the milk gradually, stirring vigorously to homogenize the mixture. Remove the pan from heat and stir well to avoid lumps. Put the pan back on the heat and continue stirring until the sauce begins to thicken. This sauce is the perfect base for any dish.

9. Finalizing: When the rolls are ready, take them out of the oven and remove the toothpicks. Place the rolls on a plate and pour the bechamel sauce over them.

10. Serving: Serve these delicious rolls alongside mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad. You can also add a bottle of dry white wine to complete the culinary experience.

Useful tips:
- Variations: You can experiment with different fillings, using feta cheese or mozzarella instead of cheese, or even roasted vegetables for a vegetarian option.
- Preparation in advance: The rolls can be prepared a few hours ahead and left to chill, then baked before serving.
- Bechamel sauce: The bechamel sauce can be enriched with grated cheese for an even more intense flavor.

Nutritional information (per approximate serving):
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Protein: 35 g
- Fat: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g

This recipe is not just a feast for the taste buds but also an opportunity to gather family and friends around the table. Each bite of these pork tenderloin rolls with bechamel sauce will bring you joy and warmth. Enjoy your meal!

 Ingredients: 10 slices of very thin pork tenderloin, a piece of pastrama, a piece of cheese, 1 pickled cucumber, 1 jar of whole preserved mushrooms, 1 and a half tablespoons of mustard, pepper, vegeta, paprika. For the sauce: 50g butter, 1 and a half tablespoons of flour, 250ml milk, pepper, vegeta.

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