2 lbs. round steak (cut in cubes) 2 tbsp. flour 2 tsp. cooking oil 2 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce 1/2 c. beef bouillon 1 c. diced onions 1/2 c. celery, diced 2 garlic cloves 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 bay leaf 1/4 tsp. oregano 1/2 c. red wine (opt.) Pound flour into steak; brown in hot oil in heavy skillet; add onions, celery, garlic, brown lightly. Add salt and pepper, tomato sauce, oregano, bay leaf, bouillon and wine (if wine omitted, double beef bouillon). Simmer covered 1 1/2 hours or until tender. Serves 4 to 6. Delicious with tossed salad, French bread, mashed potatoes or egg noodles. |