Crock Pot Cubed Steak

Crock Pot Cubed Steak Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 cubed steaks (about 1/2 inch thick)

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of onion soup)

• 1 cup beef broth (or water with beef bouillon)

• 1 packet onion soup mix (optional but recommended)

• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil (for browning)

• Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brown the Cubed Steaks (Optional but recommended):
   Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the cubed steaks lightly with salt and pepper. Brown the steaks on both sides (about 2-3 minutes per side) until nicely browned. This step adds flavor but can be skipped to save time.

2. Prepare the Crock Pot:
   Place the sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.

3. Add the Cubed Steaks:
   Layer the browned (or raw) cubed steaks on top of the onions and garlic.

4. Mix the Sauce:
   In a bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and onion soup mix (if using). Stir well to combine.

5. Pour the Sauce Over the Steaks:
   Pour the sauce evenly over the cubed steaks and onions.

6. Cook:
   Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours, or on High for 3 to 4 hours. The meat should be tender and the sauce thickened.

7. Check and Adjust:
   About 30 minutes before serving, check the consistency of the sauce. If it’s too thin, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the slow cooker to thicken.

8. Serve:
   Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme if desired. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers along with the onions.

• If you prefer a richer gravy, stir in a splash of heavy cream or sour cream at the end.

• Cubed steak is a budget-friendly cut but benefits greatly from slow cooking to become tender.

Would you like me to suggest a side dish or a gravy recipe to go with this?