Ingredients

  • 6 slices round steaks, 3/8-inch to 1/2-inch thick
  • 2 slices bacon, chopped small
  • 2 onions, chopped fine
  • 1 lemon, peel only
  • 5 cloves
  • 3 anchovy fillets
  • 3 bouquet garni or 1 generous bunch fresh herb
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 14 cups white wine, dryish
  • 23 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour

Method

  • Place the steaks at the bottom of a pan or casserole.
  • Add all other ingredients, except butter and flour.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, for 20 to 30 minutes, or until steak is tender.
  • Remove steaks from cooking juices.
  • Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Strain the cooking liquid.
  • Dredge the steaks in flour and fry in butter until light brown and slightly crispy.
  • Remove to a heated serving dish.
  • Add remaining flour to the butter, cook a stir a few minutes, then gradually add the strained cooking juices.
  • Cook until slightly thickened.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour sauce over steaks.
  • Serve.