This twist on Swiss steak is simple, spicy and slow. In the morning, toss all ingredients into the slow-cooker; dinner is ready when you walk in that night. Serve with warm tortillas, sour cream and salsa.

Jane Jarrell

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Green Chile Swiss Steak is a simple way to have dinner ready when you come home from work. Add Spanish rice plus sour cream and red pepper strips for garnish.

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Spray 1 1/2 quart slow-cooker with cooking spray. In a 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until browned on both sides. Sprinkle both sides of steak with 1 tablespoon of the taco seasoning mix.

In a small bowl, mix remaining 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix with remaining ingredients. Place 1 steak in bottom of slow cooker. Cover with half of the salsa mixture. Repeat with remaining steak and salsa mixture. Cover; cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours. Serves 2.

PER SERVING: Calories 288 (43% fat) Fat 14 g (4 g sat) Cholesterol 45 mg Sodium 1,458 mg Fiber 1 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 26 g