Amish Hamburger Steak Bake
A heartwarming dish of juicy ground beef patties smothered in rich gravy with onions, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
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)
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour (For thickening gravy)
- 2 cups Beef broth (Low sodium preferred)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 medium Onion (Sliced)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
Instructions
Prepare the Patties
- In a large bowl, gently mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, finely diced onion, salt, and black pepper.
- Form the mixture into 6 to 8 oval-shaped patties and let them rest.
Brown the Patties
- 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 they develop a golden crust.
- Remove the patties from the skillet and set them aside to keep warm.
Make the Gravy
- In the same skillet, sauté the sliced onions in 3 tablespoons of butter until tender.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir for about 2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Bake the Dish
- Nestle the browned patties back into the skillet, ensuring they are covered with the gravy.
- Cover the skillet tightly and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes.
- Remove the cover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Allow to rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for best flavor.