Amish Hamburger Steak Bake
A heartwarming and comforting dish of ground beef patties smothered in rich gravy with onions, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
For the Patties
- 2 lbs Ground beef (80/20 blend for best flavor)
- 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (Plain or seasoned)
- 1 large Egg (Beaten)
- 1 medium Onion (Finely diced)
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
For the Gravy
- 3 tbsp Butter (Salted or unsalted) To sauté onions
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour For thickening gravy
- 2 cups Beef broth Low sodium preferred
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 large Onion (Sliced)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, gently mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, finely diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Be careful not to overmix.
- Form the mixture into 6 to 8 oval-shaped patties and let them rest.
Cooking
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add a bit of oil or butter. Brown the patties for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions in 3 tablespoons of butter until tender and fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in beef broth and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
- Nestle the browned patties back into the skillet, ensuring they are covered with gravy.
- Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes.
- Remove the cover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Pair with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles to soak up the gravy. Fresh vegetables or a salad can add a refreshing contrast.