Great Grillades

SLOW COOKER GRILLADES Makes 6 to 8 servings ½ cup all-purpose flour2 tablespoons Creole seasoning*, divided2 pounds chuck steak, cut against the grain into ½-inch-thick slices3 tablespoons canola oil, divided, plus more if needed1½ cups chopped yellow onion (about 1 large onion)¾ cup chopped carrot (about 2 medium carrots)½ cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)½ cup chopped green bell pepper (about 1 medium bell pepper)1 tablespoon minced garlic1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes1 (10.5-ounce) can beef consommé2 tablespoons tomato paste2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce2 dried bay leaves2 teaspoons Italian seasoningCreamy Cheese Grits (recipe follows), to serveGarnish: chopped fresh parsley, ground black pepper 1. In a large shallow bowl, stir together flour and 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning. Add beef slices, turning to coat. 2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil…