Ingredients

  • 3/4 - 1 lb boneless beef round steak, cut about 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil ("salad oil")
  • 16 ounces tomatoes, canned
  • 1/2 green pepper, sliced
  • 1 onion, medium, sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  • On cutting board with sharp knife, trim any excess fat from meat and cut meat into 2 serving pieces. Coat meat on one side with half of the flour; with meat mallet (or edge of plate or dull edge of French knife), pound meat well. Turn meat over and repeat on other side.
  • In 8-inch skillet over medium heat, in hot oil, cook meat until browned on both sides. Add tomatoes and their liquid and remaining ingredients; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 1 hour or until meat is fork-tender.
  • Makes 2 generous servings. Serve with mashed potatoes (or rice or noodles).