One-Pan Round Steak and Potatoes

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb round steak
• 4 medium potatoes
• 3 medium carrots
• 1 large onion
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup beef broth

Instructions

1. Slice the round steak into thin strips against the grain for quick cooking.
2. Peel and dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
3. Slice the carrots into thin rounds and chop the onion into wedges.
4. Mince the garlic cloves.
5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add the steak strips to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and half of the thyme; cook for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides, then remove to a plate.
7. In the same skillet, add the potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic; season with remaining thyme, salt, and pepper.
8. Stir to coat vegetables in the pan juices and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9. Return the steak to the skillet, nestling it among the vegetables.
10. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes and carrots are tender.
11. Uncover and cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce if needed.
12. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
13. Serve hot directly from the skillet.

Notes

For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of beef broth after browning the steak. Slice the steak thinly to ensure it cooks evenly and stays tender.