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Swiss Steak

Swiss Steak is the ultimate comfort food, with tender beef braised in a rich tomato sauce. Perfect for family dinners and budget-friendly!

  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds bottom round roast (cut into ½" thick slices)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion (sliced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Tenderize the beef slices with a mallet or fork and season with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge the seasoned beef in flour.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear beef slices for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  • Sauté sliced onion in the same skillet until translucent, then add minced garlic.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and return beef to the skillet.
  • Cover and cook for 1½ hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, garnishing with parsley.

Notes

Look for well-marbled beef for best results.
Allow seared steak to rest briefly before braising.
Consider adding vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for added nutrition.

  • Author: Martha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 100