4tspMediterranean Herb seasoning, dividedi.e. McCormick's
1tspgarlic saltplus additional as needed
2lbcubed sirloin steak
olive oil
1largegreen bell peppersliced
1largesweet onioncut into thin wedges
1/4cupWorcestershire sauce
214.5 ozcans fire roasted tomatoes with garlic
1Tbspbrown sugar
2bay leaves
1/2tspred pepper flakes
3Tbsptomato pasteif needed to thicken
2Tbspchopped flat leaf parsley
1/3 cupgrated Parmesan or shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
Seasoned Flour: In a small bowl mix together flour, 1 tsp Mediterranean seasoning and garlic salt. Dust the steaks with seasoned flour on all sides.
Drizzle a large skillet with olive oil. Heat to high browning steaks on both sides for around 1-2 minutes per side. Do not cook through.
Assemble: Arrange green peppers and 1/2 of the onion on the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle with garlic salt and black pepper to your taste.
Arrange the steaks on top. Top with remaining onion. Drizzle with Worcestershire sauce.
Sauce: Deglaze skillet with fire roasted tomatoes, brown sugar, bay leaves, 3 tsp of Mediterranean seasoning, red pepper flakes and 3 Tbsp tomato paste.
Season with garlic salt and black pepper to your taste. Scrape any brown bits off the bottom of the pan. Pour sauce over the steaks in slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Remove steaks and use tomato paste to thicken the sauce at the end of cooking, if desired.
Serve over mashed potatoes, rice or egg noodles. garnished with fresh chopped parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or Swiss cheese.
Notes
Taking the time to brown the steaks will add flavor and texture. If you prefer to skip this step, dredge the steaks in the seasoned flour then proceed with the recipe as written.
I use a Mediterranean herb blend for this recipe, but you can adapt using your favorite dried Italian seasoning. Taste and adjust the amount to your taste.