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Veal Cordon Bleu
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Minutes
Ready In: 28 Minutes
Servings: 4
This is an easy and elegant meal. The packets can be made in advance and they cook very quickly. Don't overcook the veal- 2 minutes at the most per side should be enough if the veal is pounded to 1/4 inch thickness)
Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs veal loin, trimmed and cut into 8 scallops and pounded to 1/4 inch thickness with
salt and pepper
4 slices swiss cheese, cut and trimmed the same size as the scallops
4 slices prosciutto
1/3-1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup fine dry seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup butter
Directions:
1. Place a slice of cheese and prociutto on top of each scallop.
2. Then top with another scallop to make a sandwich.
3. Insert toothpicks as needed.
4. Dredge veal with flour, dip in beaten eggs, and then in bread crumbs.
5. In a large nonstick skillet melt the butter.
6. Saute' veal packets in butter until golden brown on both sides.
7. Remove toothpicks.
By RecipeOfHealth.com