Name: Old-Fashioned Swiss Steak
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ¼ cup all-purpose flour; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 2 lbs cube steak or round steak sliced; ¼ cup vegetable oil; 1 onion diced; 1–2 stalks celery diced; 1 green bell pepper thinly sliced; 8 oz mushrooms sliced; 2 cloves garlic minced; 3 tbsp tomato paste; 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes; 2 cups beef broth; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; ½ tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp sugar; Pinch of celery seed (optional); 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

Description

Welcome to the heartwarming world of cooking, where flavors translate into stories! Today, I’m excited to share my version of Old-Fashioned Swiss Steak, a dish that brings back fond memories of cozy family dinners. There’s something incredibly comforting about tender steak simmered in a savory tomato and vegetable sauce. This recipe is your perfect solution for a busy day or a chance to impress your loved ones with minimal effort. It’s hearty, flavorful, and forgiving—perfect for even the most chaotic weeknight. Let’s dive into this culinary adventure together!

Ingredients

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¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
2 lbs cube steak or round steak sliced
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 onion diced
1–2 stalks celery diced
1 green bell pepper thinly sliced
8 oz mushrooms sliced
2 cloves garlic minced
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp dried thyme
1 tsp sugar
Pinch of celery seed (optional)
2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
Coat steaks in flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Brown in oil in a large oven-safe pot. Remove and set aside.
Sauté onion, celery, pepper, and mushrooms in the same pot. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook 1–2 minutes.
Add tomatoes, broth, Worcestershire, thyme, sugar, and celery seed. Stir and return steak to pot.
Cover and bake for 1½ to 2 hours, until steak is fork-tender.
Optional: Thicken gravy by mixing cornstarch with water, stirring it into the pot, and simmering until thickened.
Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Notes

For best results, allow the steak to marinate overnight for enhanced flavor.
This dish can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
Feel free to add additional vegetables based on your preference.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg