Ingredients for Country Fried Steak Italiano
- Round Steaks
- 1 pound spaghetti
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Onion
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Diced Tomatoes
- 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Italian Seasoning
- Anchovy Paste
- Beef Base
- Water
- Vermouth
- Sun Dried Tomatoes
- Chili Pepper Flakes
- Marinated Artichoke Hearts
- Fresh Mushrooms
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- Garlic Powder
- Salt
- Pepper
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How to Make Country Fried Steak Italiano
- **Prepare the Sauce:** Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, until softened and lightly golden (about 5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste, 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60-90 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld.
- Add 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, quartered, and simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.
- **Prepare the Spaghetti:** Cook 1 pound spaghetti according to package directions.
- **Prepare the Steaks:** Cut 1.5 pounds round steak into 8 equal pieces.
- Pound each steak to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station: Place 1/4 cup all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, whisk 1 large egg with 1/4 cup milk. In a third shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Dredge each steak in the plain flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip the floured steak into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Coat the steak in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry steaks in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer the fried steaks to a large baking pan.
- Top each steak with a generous spoonful of the sauce.
- In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup grated Asiago cheese and 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese.
- Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the steaks.
- Bake for 7-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
- Serve the Country Fried Steak Italiano over the cooked spaghetti. Garnish with extra sauce and fresh parsley (optional). Serve with a side salad and crusty bread.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
37 g
Sugar
38g
Fat
32g
Carbs
26g
