Southern Smothered-Fried Steak

Directions

Pound the steak to tender it.

Cut into serving pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

Dredge with flour.

Heat a few tablespoons of bacon drippings in a heavy frying pan.

Brown the pieces of steak well on both sides.

Return all the steak to the frying pan.

Add water to cover. Bring to a boil and turn heat low.

Cover and let simmer until tender - about 30/45 minutes.

Put some flour in a jar with some water and shake until mixed well.

Add to frying pan and bring to a boil.

Stir until gravy thickens. Turn heat low, cover and simmer 5 minutes.