Grillades and Grits

SERVES: 4

COOK TIME: 5 Hr

Did you know that grillade is the French term for grilled or broiled food. It's cooked in a rich, seasoned sauce with tomatoes and other vegetables. This classic Creole dish is most popular served for a brunch, but it's just as good as a dinner option, too!

What You'll Need

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 pound top round steak
1 (14-1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
3 cloves garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Warm cooked grits

What to Do

Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat; whisk in flour. Cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until roux is caramel colored; place in a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker.
Add steak and next 9 ingredients to slow cooker.
Cover and cook on HIGH setting 4 to 5 hours; or cook on HIGH setting 1 hour, reduce heat to LOW setting, and cook for 7 hours. Remove meat from slow cooker, and shred with 2 forks; return meat to slow cooker, stirring to blend. Spoon over grits.