A simple crockpot recipe for Family Swiss Steak
Family Swiss Steak
A slow cooker recipe for Family Swiss Steak. Throw together round steak, celery, onions and tomatoes before you go to work. It’ll be ready to enjoy when you get home. This simple Swiss steak recipe is a classic, old-fashioned comfort food that’s versatile.
This Slow Cooker Swiss Steak gives a lighter take on a well loved dish. Undertones of smoky red pepper and umami laden Worcestershire sauce highlight the tender vegetables and toothsome steak while harnessing those familiar and memorable flavors.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 480
- Total Time: 500
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon crushed dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 ½ pounds boneless beef round steak, cut 1 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- canola oil cooking spray
- 1 large garlic clove, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 medium celery ribs, thinly sliced
- 2 medium onions, peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 medium plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
- ½ cup reduced-sodium canned beef broth
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine flour, thyme, and paprika. Using a pastry brush, brush steak pieces with Worcestershire sauce. Dredge in flour mixture.
- Lightly coat a large non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Place on stove over medium-high heat. Add steak pieces and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Transfer steak pieces to a 3-quart or larger crockery slow cook. Top with garlic slices, celery, onions, and tomatoes. Pour beef broth over the top. Do not stir.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- To serve, transfer steak pieces and vegetables to a heated serving platter. Spoon any pan juices over the top and serve at once.
Notes
- Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean protein, 1/2 carbohydrate (1 1/2 vegetable)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6