Granny's Swiss Steak

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Granny's Swiss Steak
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
70mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 18, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds cubed beef steak
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the steak cubes, and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the onions, garlic, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the onions are tender, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and beef broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the beef is tender, about 30 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the flour and butter until smooth. Stir into the skillet, and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the parsley, and serve.

Interesting Facts

  • The dish was invented by Swiss immigrants to the US in the 1800s.
  • Swiss steak is a variation of the French dish, “Steak au Poivre.”
  • The dish is often served with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.