Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 lb

round steak

cubed

3 tbsp

flour

1 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

pepper

2 unit

onions

sliced very thin

3 tbsp

Crisco

2 cup

water

3 unit

potatoes

thinly sliced

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

paprika

1 pinch

garlic salt

Step 1
~5 min

Melt Crisco in a skillet.

Step 2
~5 min

Cut the round steak into small cubes.

Step 3
~5 min

Coat the steak cubes with flour.

Step 4
~5 min

Add the floured steak cubes to the melted Crisco in the skillet.

Step 5
~5 min

Brown the steak cubes.

Step 6
~5 min

Add the sliced onions to the skillet.

Step 7
~5 min

Cook the onions until tender.

Step 8
~5 min

Transfer the steak and onion mixture to a casserole dish.

Step 9
~5 min

Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/8 teaspoon of pepper, and some garlic salt over the mixture in the casserole dish.

Step 10
~5 min

Pour 2 cups of water over the ingredients in the casserole dish.

Step 11
~5 min

Cover the casserole dish.

Step 12
~5 min

Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for approximately 50 minutes.

Step 13
~5 min

Remove the casserole dish from the oven.

Step 14
~5 min

Place the thinly sliced potatoes on top of the meat mixture.

Step 15
~5 min

Sprinkle the potatoes with salt and paprika.

Step 16
~5 min

Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (230°C).

Step 17
~5 min

Bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a bay leaf to the casserole while baking.

Use red potatoes for a waxy texture that holds its shape better during baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of green beans or a simple salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Beans
Side Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, often made for family dinners.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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