Black Pepper Steak

Black Pepper Steak

The nice thing about this steak is that you don’t need to use a great cut of meat.

INGREDIENTS

1 Large Beef Top Round Steak

1 Tablespoon Cracked Black Pepper

1 Teaspoon Salt

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

1/4 Cup Heavy Cream

1 Tablespoon Unbleached Flour

1 1/2 Teaspoons Beef Bouillon

1/4 Cup Brandy

3/4 Cup Water

Cut the steaks crosswise into 4 pieces. Then cut each piece horizontally in half to make 8 steaks. Each should be

about 3/4 inch thick. Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.

In a large skillet heat the olive oil over a high heat. Add the steaks and cook for 8 minutes. Turn only once.

Transfer to a plattter and keep warm. To prepare the sauce whisk tobether, in a small bowl, the heavy cream, flour,

bouillon and water. Add the brandy to the skillet. Cook for 1 minutes. Add the cream mixture to the skillet. Heat to

a boil over a high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens. Pour the

sauce over the steaks and serve. Serves 6