Granny's Swiss Steak

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.