Pepper Steak

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 2 pounds sirloin steak, 1 1/2 inches thick
• 2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon arrowroot or cornstarch
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup canned beef bouillon, undiluted
• 1/2 cup brandy

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

Slowly heat large, heavy skillet until very hot. Trim small piece of fat from steak; melt fat in skillet.

Meanwhile, rub 1 teaspoon pepper into each side of steak. Over high heat, sear steak in hot fat about 2 minutes on each side, or until well browned.

Reduce heat to medium; pan broil steak 8 to 10 minutes on each side,for medium-rare.

Meanwhile, in small saucepan, combine arrowroot and rest of ingredients, stirring until smooth. Bring to boiling, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.

Place steak on heated platter; keep warm.

Drain all but 2 tablespoons drippings from skillet. Stir in bouillon mixture; simmer 5 minutes. Pour over steak.