*Swiss Steak

2 lbs. round steak2 Tbsp. flour1/2 tsp. saltdash of pepper1 Tbsp. oil1 medium onion, chopped2-3 stalks celery, chopped1/4 cup green pepper, chopped1 cup tomatoes, peeled2 carrots, sliced (optional)2 cups water8 potatoes, boiled or mashed (optional)
Mix flour salt and pepper in a small bowl. Rub into round steak. Cut into serving-sized pieces. Brown meat in oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pour all vegetables except potatoes over steak and add water. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours or all day on low in the crock pot. Serve over potatoes if desired. Serves 4.

Swiss Steak
2-3 lbs. round steakFlourSalt, pepper, onion and garlic powder1/2 cup water1/2 cup sour cream
Mix the flour with seasonings. Dredge the steak in the flour mixture. In a frying pan that has a small amount of oil, brown steak on both sides. Add water, turn down heat, cover and simmer for about 2 1/2 hours. Add sour cream just before serving.

*Garlic Green Beans
2 Tbsp. olive oil3 tsp. cider vinegar2 tsp. dried onion2 cloves garlic, finely choppedSalt and pepper3 cups frozen green beans, thawed3 Tbsp. bread crumbs3 Tbsp. Parmesan cheese, grated1 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
Mix first 5 ingredients. Add beans and coat with mixture. Pour into greased baking dish. Mix bread crumbs, cheese and butter and sprinkle over bean mixture. Bake uncovered at 350° for about 15 minutes. It just needs to be heated through.

*Coconut Brownies
1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup brown sugar2 eggs1 tsp. vanilla3/4 cup flour1 tsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. salt1/2 -3/4 cup nuts

Topping:
1/4 cup butter, melted1/2 brown sugar1 cup coconut
Mix butter, sugar, eggs and vanilla. Add flour, baking powder, salt and nuts. Mix well. Pour into greased 8x8 pan and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until done.
Mix topping ingredients and spread over baked brownies. Place under the broiler (3 inches from heat) to slightly brown coconut.

**Fried Green Tomatoes
2 qts. water2 Tbsp. salt4-6 medium green tomatoes, unpeeled and sliced1 cup flour1/2 cup vegetable oil or bacon greasesalt (to taste)
In a mixing bowl, mix salt and water. Soak sliced tomatoes in salt water mixture for 30-40 minutes. Drain and drop slices a few at time into a bag in which you have placed the flour. Shake thoroughly to coat. Heat the oil in a large skillet and carefully place the slices into the hot oil. Brown until crisp on both sides. Salt to taste. You can also use squash, zucchini or eggplant in place of or with the green tomatoes. Serves 4-6.