Chicken Fried Steak with Cream Gravy
4 cubed steaks (2 lb) (I call these minute steaks)
2 tsp house seasoning (Mix together 1/2 C salt, 2 T pepper, 2 T garlic powder)
1 1/2 C all-purpose flour
1 C buttermilk
1 egg
1/2 C vegetable oil
1 C beef broth
1 C heavy cream
Season steaks with one teaspoon house seasoning. In shallow bowl, mix together the flour and remaining house seasoning. In separate bowl, beat together buttermilk and egg. Dredge steaks in seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, then dip into buttermilk mixture, letting any excess drip off, and then dip again into the flour to coat. In a large skillet (I like to use cast iron), heat the oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. You want it real hot. Cook the steaks until browned, about three minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Drain all but three tablespoons of the oil from the skillet. Add three tablespoons of flour from the bowl of seasoned flour and whisk until browned, about two minutes. Add the broth and cream and bring to a boil. Stir until thickened, about two minutes. Taste and add more house seasoning, if needed. Serve.