T he easiest way to pound meat into a thin, even layer without making a mess is to place it between two sheets of plastic wrap or inside a heavy-duty zipper-lock bag with the sides split open with a knife This will ensure that the steak doesn’t stick to your cutting board or your pounding device, allowing it to thin easily and evenly A meat pounder is nice to have if you’ve got the space, but a heavy 8-inch skillet will do the job perfectly adequately