Applebee's Smothered Steak Skillet Recipe-Close Clone
This recipe for Applebee's Smothered Steak Skillet is a close clone
recipe. This recipe also includes garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed onion
and mushrooms.
Ingredients:
Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds red potatoes
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper,
to taste
- 1/4 cup garlic cloves
Sautéed Onions and Mushrooms:
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1/2 pound yellow onions, peeled, cored, 1/4 inch julienne strips
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1/2
pound sliced mushrooms
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2 tablespoons butter
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Granulated garlic, to
taste
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
Sirloin Steak
Skillet:
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1 (2 3/4 pound) sirloin steak 8 smaller cuts
(approximately 5 1/2 ounces each)
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Sautéed mushrooms/onion, see recipe
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Garlic mashed potatoes, see recipe
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8 slices mozzarella cheese
Directions:
Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
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Place a single layer of garlic cloves on a sheet
of heavy-duty aluminum foil and wrap tightly. Roast in 400 degree F
preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes or until soft. Unwrap and
let cool until touchable. Peel cloves and mash with potatoes when they
are ready.
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Wash and rinse potatoes under cold water. It is not
necessary to peel potatoes, unless you desire.
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In large saucepan
(or pot), bring red potatoes to a slow boil for approximately 20
minutes. The exact time depends on the size of the potatoes used. For
faster cooking, cut into smaller pieces. Internal temperature should be
205 degrees F. Remove from heat and drain in colander.
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In pan or
bowl, combine potatoes, peeled and roasted garlic cloves, and all other
ingredients and mash with a potato masher.
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Return mashed potatoes
to low heat, if necessary, to bring them to a serving temperature of 165
degrees F.
Sautéed Onions, Mushrooms:
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Melt butter in skillet over
medium heat and add onions and seasonings. Saut and stir until lightly
caramelized.
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Add sliced mushrooms and stir, as needed to avoid
burning, until hot.
Sirloin Steak Skillet:
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Grill steaks to
desired degree of doneness. Melt two slices of mozzarella cheese over
two shingled steaks for each plate.
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Top with onions and
mushrooms, and serve with mashed potatoes on the side.