Sweet Potato Rocambole with Minced Meat

For the meat filling:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste or sauce
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley

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For assembling:

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheese of choice (optional)
• Olive oil or melted butter for brushing

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🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the dough

1. Mash the cooked sweet potatoes until smooth.
2. Add the egg, flour, Parmesan (if using), salt, and pepper.
3. Mix until it forms a soft dough that doesn’t stick to your hands (add a little more flour if needed).
4. Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it into a rectangular shape, about 1 cm thick.

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2. Make the filling

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the ground meat and cook until browned.
4. Stir in tomato, tomato paste, bell pepper (if using), and seasonings.
5. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until the mixture is thick and flavorful.
6. Remove from heat and mix in parsley.

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3. Assemble the rocambole

1. Spread the meat filling evenly over the sweet potato dough.
2. Sprinkle cheese on top if desired.
3. Using the parchment paper to help, roll the dough carefully into a log (rocambole).
4. Place it on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
5. Brush lightly with olive oil or melted butter.

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4. Bake

• Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20–25 minutes, until golden on top.

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5. Serve

• Let it cool slightly before slicing.
• Serve warm with a fresh salad or a drizzle of tomato sauce on top. 🍅

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💡 Tips

• You can replace beef with shredded chicken, tuna, or vegetable filling.
• Add a touch of nutmeg to the dough for extra aroma.
• If you prefer a creamier filling, mix in a spoonful of cream cheese with the cooked meat.

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