Today on DelmarvaLife –
For this Throwback Thursday, we explore black history on Delmarva with the story of Albert Jackson. Author, Jim Duffy of “Secrets of the Eastern Shore,” tells us why this Milford native is highly honored in Canada.
Delmarva summers are hot and sometimes, dry. That can be tough on farmers. That’s where teams like the one at Hoffman Irrigation step up to the plate. Katie shows us why they’re game changers.
The organization, Read Aloud Delaware is expanding it’s reach. February 19th is when it kicks off the Lena Project. We learn more about this effort to give babies a jump start to learning.
Tax season is here, and Marylanders can help protect one of our state’s greatest natural treasures, the Chesapeake Bay and its wildlife, by making a tax-deductible contribution to line 35, the Chesapeake Bay and Endangered Species Fund, on the Maryland tax form. Find out how this money is used.
Hunger takes no break for COVID-19. That’s why the Dorchester Center for the Arts holds its annual Empty Bowls event. We learn how it works and how you can participate.
Country Bumpkin Fried Steak is a down-home old-fashioned favorite in the South, Midwest, and Southwest. No matter where you live, this easy skillet meal has an extra-special country-fried topping that’s sure to win raves at your dinner table!
What You’ll Need
- 4 beef cubed steaks, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
- 1 teaspoon salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
What to Do
- Season steaks with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; set aside.
- Place buttermilk in a shallow dish. Place cornmeal in another shallow dish. Dip steaks in buttermilk then in cornmeal, coating completely.
- In a large deep skillet over medium-high heat, heat shortening until hot but not smoking. Add steaks in batches and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and coating is golden. Drain on a paper towel-lined platter and cover to keep warm.
- Add 3 tablespoons flour, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper to skillet. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until flour is browned, stirring constantly. Add milk and stir until gravy is thickened. Serve steaks topped with gravy.
Notes
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