My hubby always requests me to make him this dish, so I like to call this dish ‘Husband’s Happiness’

Swiss steak is a beloved dish known for its tender beef and savory sauce. It holds a special place in American comfort food cuisine, often bringing back memories of family dinners and home-cooked meals. This slow cooker version simplifies the process, allowing even the busiest of individuals to enjoy a homemade meal with minimal effort. The convenience of the slow cooker ensures that the beef is perfectly tender, while the rich sauce imbues each bite with deep, satisfying flavors.

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Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Onion, peeled and sliced 1 medium
Fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced 8 ounces
Chicken broth 1/3 cup
Heavy cream 1/4 cup
Dry sherry 1/4 cup
Regular flour 1/4 cup
Oil (with seasoning salt and pepper) 4 tablespoons
Fresh thyme, chopped 1 tablespoon
Mild paprika 1 1/2 tablespoons
Fresh parsley, chopped 2 teaspoons

Instructions:

Prepare the Ingredients

  1. Peel and slice the onion.
  2. Clean and thinly slice the mushrooms.

Prepare the Meat

  1. Pound the beef steaks to tenderize them slightly.
  2. Season the steaks with seasoning salt and pepper.

Coat with Flour

  1. In a shallow dish, mix the regular flour with the chopped thyme and mild paprika.
  2. Coat each steak with the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Sear the Steaks

  1. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the steaks on both sides until golden brown, then transfer them to the slow cooker.

Prepare the Sauce

  1. In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and mushrooms.
  2. Cook until softened and slightly browned.
  3. Deglaze the skillet with the dry sherry, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then pour the mixture over the seared steaks in the slow cooker.

Slow Cook

  1. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.

Serve and Garnish

  1. Serve the Swiss steak hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

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