Braised Chuck Steak

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Chuck steak is usually tough & tasteless, but not when prepared like this! I like making a gravy with the drippings & serving it with recipe #331767 choose a boneless chuck steak that isn't too fat, but has some nice marbling. You can also use beef short ribs for this.

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Steps

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Cut the meat into about 1 inch strips.

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Dredge meat in the flour , shaking off the excess.

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In a dutch oven , melt shortening over med.

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-high heat.

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Brown meat on all sides -- do in batches , if need be).

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Season to taste.

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Drain fat from dutch oven & return the meat.

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Place sliced on over the meat & then add the water.

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Cover & simmer on low heat for 2 to 2 hours or place in a 325 for the same amount of time.

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Ingredients

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chuck steaks, flour, butter flavor crisco, seasoning salt, black pepper, spanish onion, water