Tender Braised Swiss Steak

Ingredients

• 2 ounces all-purpose flour
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 ounces cooking oil
• 2 pounds beef round steaks
• 1 1/2 cups beef stock or beef broth
• 3 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 large onion