Baked Swiss steak is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with tender beef chuck roast or round steak, which is browned and then braised in a flavorful sauce until fall-apart tender. The combination of tender beef, savory gravy, and caramelized onions makes this dish simply irresistible. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a complete meal that will warm your soul.
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BAKED SWISS STEAK
This dish is one of my husband's favorites, so I make it often. Baking steak might seem strange at first, but the meat becomes very tender, and the vegetables add delicious flavor. -Dolores Wynne, Clearwater, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut meat into two portions; pound to 1/4-in. thickness. Combine 1 tablespoon flour and salt; coat meat on both sides. In a skillet, brown meat in oil. Transfer meat to a greased shallow 2-qt. baking dish; set aside. , To pan drippings, add tomatoes, carrot, celery, onion, Worcestershire sauce and remaining flour. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour over meat. Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/2 hours or until the meat is tender. Sprinkle with cheese; return to the oven until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 19g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 1066mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
AL'S BAKED SWISS STEAK
This is a variation on another recipe, which is great as is, but I couldn't make Swiss steak without green peppers or garlic. I also season the meat instead of the flour; it gets a more intense taste that way.
Provided by Al Kavalauskas
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Swiss
Time 2h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a shallow baking dish.
- Cut steak into four portions and pound to 1/4-inch thickness; season with salt, pepper, and seasoned salt. Coat meat evenly with about 1 tablespoon flour.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook beef in hot oil until browned completely, 3 to 5 minutes per side; transfer to prepared baking dish reserving drippings in the skillet.
- To the drippings, add tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, beef broth, carrots, celery, garlic, 1 tablespoon flour, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the tomato mixture to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Pour the mixture over the meat in the baking dish. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake until beef is completely tender, about 90 minutes. Sprinkle cheese over beef and return to oven uncovered until cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 777.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
Tips:
- To ensure the steak is tender, use a meat mallet to tenderize it before cooking.
- Brown the steak in a pan over medium-high heat to create a flavorful crust.
- Use a combination of beef broth, tomato sauce, and Worcestershire sauce to create a rich and flavorful gravy.
- Add vegetables such as onions, mushrooms, and peppers to the pot for added flavor and nutrition.
- Simmer the steak in the gravy for at least 1 hour, or until it is tender and fall-apart.
- Serve the baked Swiss steak with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Conclusion:
Baked Swiss steak is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its tender meat, flavorful gravy, and hearty vegetables, this dish is sure to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, baked Swiss steak is a dish that is sure to impress.
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