Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 tsp. chopped basil or 1/2 tsp. dried basil leaves, crushed
  • 2 Tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 8 oz. veal leg cutlets, cut 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick
  • 2 Tbsp. chopped onion
  • 8 oz. plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
  • dash of each: ground nutmeg and pepper
  • 1/3 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tsp. olive oil, divided
  • 1 small garlic clove, crushed
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1/8 tsp. sugar
  • 1/3 c. fine dry bread crumbs

Method

  • Heat 1 teaspoon oil in small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and saute for 3 to 4 minutes, or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, salt, sugar, nutmeg and pepper.
  • Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, or until saucy and thickened, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in basil and 1 1/2 teaspoons Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and remove from heat; reserve.