Description

This Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is a comforting, hearty dish featuring juicy ground beef patties baked in a rich, creamy beef gravy. Combining simple ingredients like ground beef, onions, and a luscious roux-based sauce, this recipe delivers a homestyle meal perfect for family dinners. The patties are first browned on the stovetop for flavor and texture, then baked in the oven to meld with the savory cream gravy, creating an irresistible dish full of flavor and warmth.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 onion, finely diced

For the Gravy

3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 cup heavy cream
Additional seasonings: salt, black pepper, garlic powder (to taste)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the hamburger steak bake.
Mix Patties: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, finely diced onion, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to ensure even seasoning and binding.
Shape Patties: Form the mixture into 6 to 8 oval-shaped patties. Let them rest briefly to hold their shape better during cooking.
Brown Patties: Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the patties for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they develop a nice crust. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
Make Gravy: In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté sliced onions until softened. Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking briefly to eliminate raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
Bake Patties: Return the browned patties to the skillet with the gravy. Cover the skillet tightly with a lid or foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to cook through and meld flavors.
Thicken Gravy: After 45 minutes, uncover the skillet and bake for an additional 15 minutes. This step helps thicken the gravy and intensify the flavors.
Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute and the gravy to set slightly.

Notes

Use an oven-safe skillet or transfer everything to a baking dish for oven use.
Adjust seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper according to taste.
Resting the patties after shaping helps them hold their form during cooking.
For a thicker gravy, you can add a slurry of cornstarch and water before baking uncovered.
This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.