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Veal Saltimbocca

Tender veal cutlets wrapped in prosciutto and fresh sage, cooked in a buttery pan sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 340

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 veal cutlets about 6 ounces each
  • 8 slices prosciutto
  • 8 fresh sage leaves
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Thin knife for trimming
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs or spatula

Method
 

  1. Place the veal cutlets between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet to 1/4 inch thickness.
  2. Lay two slices of prosciutto over each veal cutlet, then top with two fresh sage leaves.
  3. Coat both sides of each cutlet evenly with all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted but not browned.
  5. Add the veal cutlets to the skillet, prosciutto side down, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Remove the veal cutlets from the skillet and set aside.
  7. Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine into the skillet and deglaze by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  8. Return the veal cutlets to the skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and simmer for 1 minute to blend the flavors.
  9. Transfer the veal cutlets to serving plates and spoon the pan sauce over the top before serving.

Notes

Use fresh sage leaves for the best flavor.