Braised Nuggets of Beef

Directions

• Sprinkle the cubes of beef with salt and pepper.
• Heat oil over high heat in the skillet. Add the beef cubes and sear until nicely brown (about 4 minutes on each side).
• Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes.
• Reduce heat to medium and add tomato paste, garlic and butter. Stir until the butter melts.
• Add the flour, stir and cook for 1 minute.
• Add the beef broth and the Italian seasoning. Raise the heat to high and bring to a simmer.
• Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 75 minutes.
• Uncover, turn heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened (approximately 30 minutes).
• Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles.