Baked Steak with Pan Gravy
This is an almost effortless way to cook steak. Just bake it in the oven at a moderate tempearature with a little broth. This "downtown" cut emerges from the oven tender and juicy. From "Steak Lovers Cookbook" by William Rice.
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INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 1(3 1/4 lb) boneless chuck steaks, cut 1 1/2 inches thick
- 2tablespoons vegetable oil
- salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1⁄2cup beef broth
- 2teaspoons cornstarch
- 1tablespoon cold water
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DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 325.
- Place a large, ovenproof skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat.
- Pat the meat dry, and lightly coat it with oil on both sides.
- Place the meat in the hot pan and sear one side, until nicely browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Turn, season with salt and pepper, and sear the second side, about 2 minutes.
- Turn again, and season the second side.
- Pour the broth into the pan and bring it to a boil.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and cook, uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes for medium rare or 45 minutes for medium.
- Transfer the meat to a cutting board.
- Pour the broth into a small saucepan, and skim off the fat that rises to the surface.
- Combine the cornstarch and water in a small dish.
- Bring the broth to a boil over medium heat, and stir in the cornstarch mixture.
- Whisk until the broth thickens slightly.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
- Keep warm.
- Slice the meat into long strips across the grain, arrange on warm platter, and moisten the meat generously with gravy.
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