Steak Creole With Cheese Grits

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This is a truly decadent dish! it has a wonderful flavor that isn't overly spicy, so everyone can enjoy it. the flavors all meld together to make a wonderful explosion for your taste buds! everyone loves this and asks for the recipe. don't let the lengthy ingredient list scare you...this makes the meat and a side dish!!

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Steps

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Dredge the steak in the flour , shaking off any excess , and sprinkle with 1 / 2 teaspoon of the salt and 1 / 8 tsp black pepper.

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Heat the oil for 1 minute in a 3 quart flameproof casserole or a dutch oven over moderately high heat.

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Add the steak and brown for 6 to 7 minutes on each side.

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Remove the steak and set aside.

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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

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Add the onion , celery , green peppers , and 1 / 2 tsp salt and 1 / 8 tsp pepper to the casserole , and cook over moderate heat , stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.

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Stir in the garlic , beef stock , tomato sauce , sugar , basil , thyme , oregano , bay leaf , and red pepper.

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Bring to a boil.

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Return the steak to the pan and spoon some of the vegetable mixture over it.

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Cover , transfer to the oven , and bake until tender 1 1 / 2 to 2 hours.

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After the meat has been in the oven for about 1 hour , bring the water to a boil in a medium size saucepan over moderately high heat.

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Add 1 / 4 tsp salt and grits , reduce the heat to low .

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Ingredients

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boneless beef chuck steaks, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, vegetable oil, onion, celery, green bell peppers, garlic cloves, beef stock, tomato sauce, brown sugar, dried basil, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, ground red pepper, water, grits, unsalted butter, cheddar cheese, egg, paprika