1 1/4 pound boneless round steak, fat trimmed and pounded a 1/4-inch thick |
1 1/2 cups buttermilk |
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper |
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1 tablespoon garlic powder |
1 tablespoon onion powder |
1 tablespoon sweet paprika |
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper |
canola oil |
1/2 pound slab bacon, cut into lardons |
2 heaping tablespoons all-purpose flour |
2 cups whole milk, heated |
2 tablespoons heavy cream |
finely chopped fresh thyme |
salt and freshly ground black pepper |
fresh thyme sprigs |