Poor Man’s Cubed Steak – Slow Cooker Comfort

Directions

1. Season the cubed steak with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the vegetable oil. Brown the steak on both sides for 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer the steak to the slow cooker.
3. In the same skillet, sauté onions until soft and translucent, about 4–5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
4. Pour beef broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and cream of mushroom soup until smooth.
5. Pour the mixture over the cubed steak in the slow cooker. Ensure the steak is mostly submerged in the sauce.
6. Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the steak is tender and the flavors have melded beautifully.
7. Optional: garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
8. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles to soak up every bit of the savory gravy.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours (low) / 3–4 hours (high)
Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes – 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty Level: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

• Swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of celery or cream of chicken for a different twist.
• Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet when sautéing the onions for extra earthiness.
• For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and beef broth.
• Spice it up by adding 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the seasoning.

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