Country Fried Steak And Milk Gravy

Yummy comfort food at its best.

Season meat with 1 / 4 teaspoon of the salt and 1 / 4 teaspoon of the pepper.

Set aside.

In a shallow dish , mix flour with 1 teaspoon of the pepper.

Dredge each steak in flour.

Dip in beaten egg , then dredge in flour again.

Heat lard in a large , heavy skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry steaks 3 to 4 minutes on each side , or until golden brown.

Drain on paper towels.

Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the fat.

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the dredging flour into oil.

Cook over medium heat for 1 minute , scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of skillet.

Gradually whisk in milk.

Cook , stirring frequently , 3 to 4 minutes , or until thickened and bubbly.

Add 1 / 4 teaspoon salt , and 1 / 4 to 1 / 2 teaspoons pepper.

Gravy should be quite peppery.

cube steaks, salt, ground black pepper, all-purpose flour, eggs, lard, milk