Sure, here’s a simple recipe for Swiss steak cooked in a slow cooker:
Slow Cooker Swiss Steak
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ to 2 pounds round steak, sliced into serving-size pieces
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions:
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, and pepper together. Dredge each piece of round steak in the flour mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the coated steak pieces on both sides, working in batches if necessary. This helps to seal in the flavor and adds texture to the meat.
- Once the steak is browned, transfer it to the slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, bell pepper (if using), and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), condensed cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and paprika to the skillet. Stir well to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Pour the mixture over the steak in the slow cooker.
- Add the beef broth to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the steak is tender and cooked through.
- Serve the Swiss steak with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, and enjoy!
This recipe should give you tender, flavorful Swiss steak with minimal effort, thanks to the convenience of the slow cooker. Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences. Enjoy your meal!
