Classic Steak Recipe(Christmas Menu)

Ingredients

• 2 large carrots, sliced
• 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
• 1 pound beef top round steak or sirloin steak
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
• Hot cooked egg noodles
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  TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Cook: 1-3/4 hours

  MAKES: 4 servings

  Directions

  1. In a large skillet, saute carrots in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender; remove and set aside. Cut meat into four pieces. Add meat and remaining oil to skillet; cook over medium-high heat until browned on both sides. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar and oregano; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  2. Add the onion, celery, mushrooms and carrots; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Thicken if desired. Serve with noodles. Yield: 4 servings.