Steak Vegetable Duo Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time1 Hr 30 Min
Ready In1 Hr 35 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyCuisine
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Boneless round steak - 1 1/2 pounds, cut 3/4-inch thick
 Salt1 1/2 Teaspoon
 Dry mustard1/4 Teaspoon
 Black pepper - A dash
 Onion1/4 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Garlic1/4 Cup (16 tbs), crushed
 Water1/4 Cup (16 tbs)
 Whole peeled tomatoes - 1 can of 8 1/4 ounces, drained and juice reserved
 Cornstarch1 Tablespoon
 Zucchini3 Cup (16 tbs), sliced
 Frozen leaf spinach - 1 package of 10 ounces, thawed and cut into pieces

Directions

GETTING READY
1) From the steak, trim the fat. Cut into 4 pieces.

MAKING
2) In a large frying pan, slowly heat the trimmed fat so as to obtain 1 tablespoon of drippings. Throw away the unneeded fat.
3) Brown the steak thoroughly on both the sides.
4) Combine together the dry mustard, salt and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture all over the meat.
5) Add the water, onion and garlic, cover the pan tightly and slowly cook the meat for about 75 minutes, till the meat is soft.
6) Take the meat out of the pan.
7) Blend together the cornstarch and the reserved tomato juice, combine together with the cooking liquid and cook, constantly stirring, till the mixture is thick.
8) Add the spinach, tomatoes and zucchini. Stir well.
9) On top of the vegetables, place the meat and cook slowly, covered for 8 to 10 minutes.
10) Take out the meat and place it on a warm platter.
11) On the platter, place the vegetables and sauce next.

SERVING
12) Serve the steak right away, while it is still piping hot. Makes a delectable main course dish and goes well with toasted bread.
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