1 1/4 lb. round steak, 1 1/2" thick
3 tbsp. flour
2 tbsp. salad oil/shortening
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. grated carrots
2 tbsp. chopped parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. dried thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
3 whole cloves
1/2 tsp. liquid gravy seasoning

Using damp paper towels, wipe steak. Roll in 2 tablespoons flour, coating evenly, both sides. Heat heavy skillet; add oil. Brown steak, both sides. Add rest of ingredients, except remaining flour, along with 1 cup water; bring to boil. Reduce heat to simmer; cover, for 2-2 1/2 hours. Combine rest of flour with 1/4 cup water in bowl, stir until smooth. Stir into liquid in skillet; bring to boil. Reduce heat, simmer 5 minutes. Makes 4 servings.

Swiss Steak with Tomatoes: Prepare and brown Swiss steak as above. Add 1 can (1 lb. 3 ounce) tomatoes (undrained) along with rest of ingredients, except 1 tablespoon flour; omit 1 cup water. Finish cooking as above.