Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSpringfield Family RestaurantOzark's Favorite Recipe

Ozark's Favorite Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

A choice of a hand-breaded 11 oz. pork tenderloin, lightly seasoned and fried golden brown, or country fried steak topped with country sausage gravy.

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Ingredients

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Pork Tenderloin

Country Fried Steak with Sausage Gravy

Method

Pork Tenderloin Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Season the pork tenderloin with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Breading Station

    In three separate shallow dishes, place flour, beaten eggs mixed with milk, and breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Bread the Tenderloin

    Dip the pork tenderloin first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs.

  4. 4

    Fry the Tenderloin

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded pork tenderloin and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. 5

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the pork tenderloin from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Country Fried Steak Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare the Steak

    Tenderize the round steak by pounding it with a meat mallet, then season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Breading Station

    In three separate shallow dishes, place flour, beaten eggs mixed with milk, and breadcrumbs (optional).

  3. 8

    Bread the Steak

    Dip the seasoned steak first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally coat it with breadcrumbs if using.

  4. 9

    Fry the Steak

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded steak and fry for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  5. 10

    Prepare the Sausage Gravy

    In a separate saucepan, cook breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

  6. 11

    Make the Gravy

    Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage, stirring for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, followed by salt and pepper. Cook until thickened.

  7. 12

    Serve

    Top the fried steak with the sausage gravy and serve hot.

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