Country Fried Steak And Gravy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 to 2 lb. round steak, cut 1-inch thick
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 to 1/2 c. flour
dash of black pepper
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 c. water

Preparation

Cut steak into serving size.
Season with salt and pepper. Beat steaks on both sides.
Dredge with flour and brown in hot shortening.
Add onions and stir in 2 tablespoons flour into drippings.
Brown, if desired.
Add water, cover and simmer 2 hours or until tender.