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Crockpot Swiss Steak Easy Tomato Gravy Beef For Family Dinner

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This Crockpot Swiss Steak with Tomato Gravy is the ultimate comfort food beef dinner, made easy for weeknights. Tenderized cube steak simmers low and slow in a savory tomato and herb gravy with onions, peppers, and garlic. It’s hearty, budget-friendly, and perfect when served with mashed potatoes or green beans for a full homestyle meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef round steak, about ½ inch thick
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

Trim any excess fat from the beef round steak and cut into serving-size pieces.

Season both sides with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the steak pieces on both sides, then transfer to a plate.

In the same skillet, add onions and green bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.

Return the browned beef pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 1½ to 2 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender. Stir occasionally and add a bit more broth if needed.

Remove bay leaf before serving. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Notes

  • For best results, brown the meat before adding it to the slow cooker.

  • Use low-sodium beef broth to prevent over-salting the dish.

  • For a thicker gravy, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking or stir in a cornstarch slurry.

  • Make it your own by adding mushrooms, carrots, or a splash of Worcestershire sauce.

  • Leftovers keep well for 3–4 days and are excellent for meal prep or repurposed meals.

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