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Old-Fashioned Swiss Steak

 Old-Fashioned Swiss Steak
"THE KIDS enjoyed this Swiss steak so much they would eat it as leftovers the next day."
6-8 ServingsPrep: 30 min. Bake: 2 hours

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • 2 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 pounds beef top round steak, cut into serving-size pieces
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 cups chopped green pepper
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup cold water

Directions

  • In a large plastic bag, combine 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2
  • teaspoon pepper and garlic salt. Add beef, a few pieces at a time,
  • and shake to coat. Remove meat from bag and pound with a mallet to
  • tenderize.
  • In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil until no longer pink. Add the
  • green pepper, celery and onions; cook and stir for 10 minutes. Add
  • garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, soy sauce
  • and remaining salt and pepper. Cover and bake at 325° for 2
  • hours.
  • Remove from the oven and return to stovetop. In a small bowl, combine

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Old-Fashioned Swiss Steak (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • water and remaining flour until smooth; gradually stir into juices.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir sauce for 2 minutes
  • or until thickened. Yield: 6-8 servings.
If Cooking for Two: Freeze serving-size portions in airtight containers or freezer bags.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 257 calories, 9 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 64 mg cholesterol, 1,033 mg sodium, 15 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 28 g protein.
Wine: Full-Bodied Red Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied red wine such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot or Syrah.