Ingredients

  • 4 pork blade steaks
  • 2 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper
  • 1 can condensed beef broth
  • 2 medium onions, sliced
  • 2 to 3 medium potatoes, pared and quartered
  • 3 to 4 carrots, pared and quartered
  • 1 tsp. dried basil, crushed
  • 2 Tbsp. flour

Method

  • In skillet, brown steaks on both sides in shortening.
  • Pour off drippings.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Reserve 1/4 cup of broth; pour remaining broth into skillet.
  • Add onions, carrots and potatoes.
  • Sprinkle with basil.
  • Cover and simmer 45 to 60 minutes or until meat and vegetables are tender.
  • Drain juice and add water to make one cup (to make gravy).
  • Combine flour and reserved broth; add to pan juices.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and bubbles.
  • Pour gravy over meat and vegetables.
  • Makes 4 servings.