Dutch Oven Swiss Steaks
This recipe will need some time to cook and develop the flavors, it’s an easy recipe that is done all in one pot and even tastes better the next day, the addition of the cornstarch mixed with water is only optional add in for a thicker sauce
Servings 4
INGREDIENTS:
oil, as needed
1-1/2 to 2 pounds sirloin tip steaks (do not slice, can use top round steaks)
2 medium onions, chopped
2 stalks celery, diced
1 large green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (or can use 1 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped)
3 teaspoons dried oregano (rubbed between fingers to release the flavors
4 large garlic cloves, minced (garlic lovers can use more)
2 small bay leaves ( or use 1 large)
3 cups sliced mushrooms
2 (16 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes, with juice (use only stewed tomatoes
1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
seasoned salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup water, mixed with 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:—————————————–
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat (use enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the Dutch oven)..
Add in 2 steaks at a time and brown on each side, remove to a plate.
Continue with remaining steaks and remove to a plate.
Add more oil into the pot if needed.
Add in onions, celery, bell pepper, chili flakes (if using) and dried oregano; saute stirring with a wooden spoon for about 3 minutes scraping up any browned bits on bottom of the pot.
Add in garlic and bay leaves and saute for 2 minutes.
Add in mushrooms, stewed tomatoes with juice, Worcestershire sauce and beef bouillon powder;bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Add the browned steaks back to the pot.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Reduce heat to just about low and cook covered for about 1-1/2 hours seasoning with seasoned salt and pepper about halfway through cooking time.
If you wish to thicken the juice, remove the beef to a bowl or plate.
For a thicker sauce; mix the water or beef broth with cornstarch until smooth and add into the simmering liquid, stir until thickened (about 2 minutes) then add in the steaks back to the pot.
You will also find this recipe on Recipezazz.com
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