Grace-Love's Smothered Steak

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 lbs top sirloin steak, cut into 8-10 pieces
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup dry red wine
• 1/2 cup beef stock
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the steak to the skillet, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until nicely browned.
3. Remove the steak from the skillet, and set aside.
4. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet, and cook for 3-4 minutes.
5. Add the thyme, mustard powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
6. Add the red wine and beef stock, and bring to a simmer.
7. Add the tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.
8. Return the steak to the skillet, and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce is thick and the steak is cooked through.
9. Add the butter and parsley, stirring to combine.
10. Serve the steak with the sauce.

Interesting Facts

• This dish was popularized by Grace-Love, an American chef who ran a popular restaurant in the 1950s.
• Smothered steak is a classic American comfort food dish.
• This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.