Ingredients

  • 8 slices beef tenderloin (about 4oz. each)
  • 1 cup freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
  • 14 cup fresh breadcrumb
  • 12 cup finely chopped Italian parsley
  • 14 cup pine nuts
  • 14 cup dried currant, soaked in warm water for 1 hour and drained (SECRET INGREDIENT)
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper
  • 8 sprigs rosemary, about 5 inches long
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Method

  • Preheat the grill.
  • Using a meat mallet, pound each slice of beef between two oiled pieces of foil to about 1/16-inch thick, being careful not to tear the meat.
  • Lay each piece out on a work surface.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the pecorino, bread crumbs, parsley, pine nuts, and drained currants until well mixed.
  • Season the beef slices with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the pecorino mixture among the beef, spreading it out thinly.
  • Roll each piece up tightly, starting from a short side, and secure with toothpicks.
  • Lay 2 beef rolls side by side, about 1/2 inch apart, and skewer them with 2 rosemary sprigs.
  • Repeat to make 3 more sets of rolls.
  • Season with salt and pepper and brush with the olive oil.
  • Grill, turning once, 3 to 4 minutes per side, until nicely charred but still medium.
  • Serve immediately, with garnish of salad greens if you wish.