Description
This Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is a comforting and hearty casserole featuring tender ground beef patties seared to a golden brown, then baked in a creamy mushroom gravy. Perfect for a family dinner, it combines simple pantry ingredients with classic flavors to create a satisfying and easy-to-make meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Hamburger Steaks
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 ½ cups crushed saltine crackers (about 1 sleeve)
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- All-purpose flour (for dredging)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
For the Gravy
- 2 (10.75 oz) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Gravy Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup and whole milk until smooth. Stir in the finely chopped fresh parsley for a burst of fresh flavor. Set aside this mixture for later use.
- Mix Hamburger Steak Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed saltine crackers, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix gently with your hands or two forks until just combined to keep the patties tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture evenly into patties, ensuring they are roughly the same size to cook evenly.
- Dredge Patties: Place all-purpose flour in a shallow dish and coat each patty lightly by dredging it in the flour. This helps create a nice crust during searing.
- Sear Patties: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties in batches without overcrowding. Sear each side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. The centers will remain slightly undercooked at this stage since they will finish cooking in the oven.
- Assemble and Bake: Transfer the browned patties to the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Pour the prepared gravy evenly over the patties. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to keep moisture in.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and the gravy is bubbly and thickened.
Notes
- You can substitute crushed crackers with breadcrumbs if preferred.
- Watch the patties closely when searing to avoid burning the crust.
- Adding fresh parsley to the gravy adds a nice color and freshness, but dried parsley can be used as a substitute.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the meat mixture.
- Make sure to cover the baking dish with foil to prevent the gravy from drying out during baking.
Keywords: Amish Hamburger Steak, Hamburger Steak Bake, Ground Beef Casserole, Creamy Mushroom Gravy, Comfort Food Recipe