Classic Swiss Steak with Brown Gravy

Ingredients

• 1 ½ lbs beef round steak, 1-inch thick, trimmed of fat
• ½ cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth, preferably low-sodium
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf