Round Steak Smothered in Onions Recipe

Trim any excess fat from the meat. Mix salt, pepper, flour, and paprika if using.Pat or rub this mixture into the surface of the meat. Heat oil in a skillet large enough to hold meat in a single layer and brown steak 3 to 5 minutes per side. Add the onions, tucking them under and around the meat. Cook another 5 minutes, until onions begin to soften. Mix the tomato paste with a little of the wine, add the rest of the wine and the herbs and pour over the meat and onions. Cover pan (use foil if skillet doesn't have a lid), adjust heat to maintain a simmer, and cook until meat is tender. Allow an hour or more - the actual time will depend on the cut and thickness of the meat. Taste sauce for seasoning; correct if necessary. Serve hot, with sauce spooned over meat.