Description

Old-Fashioned Swiss Steak is a hearty and flavorful dish featuring tender steak braised with vegetables in a rich tomato-based gravy — perfect for a comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1 tsp garlic powder

2 lbs cube or round steak

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1 onion, diced

1–2 celery stalks, 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

1/2 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp sugar

Pinch of celery seed (optional)

2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

2. Mix flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge steak in it.

3. Brown steak in oil on both sides. Remove and set aside.

4. In the same pot, sauté onion, celery, bell pepper, mushrooms.

5. Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cook 1–2 mins.

6. Add diced tomatoes, broth, Worcestershire, thyme, sugar, and celery seed.

7. Return steak to the pot, cover, and bake for 1.5–2 hours.

8. Optional: Thicken with cornstarch slurry on stovetop before serving.

Notes

Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a classic comfort food experience.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Dinner
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American