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Amish Hamburger Steak Bake

Amish Hamburger Steak Bake

Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is classic comfort food at its best. Juicy hamburger patties are baked low and slow in a rich, creamy onion gravy, creating a hearty, old-fashioned dinner that feels like it came straight from grandma’s kitchen. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and perfect served over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Ingredients

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Hamburger Steaks

  • 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 blend for best flavor)

  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)

  • 1 egg, beaten

  • 1 onion, finely diced

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Creamy Gravy

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 onion, sliced

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, diced onion, salt, and black pepper. Do not overmix.

  • Shape the mixture into 6–8 oval-shaped patties. Set aside.

  • Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook until softened.

  • Sprinkle in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

  • Slowly whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream until smooth. Add garlic powder.

  • Nestle the browned patties back into the gravy.

  • Cover tightly and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.

  • Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes to thicken the gravy.

  • Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use 80/20 ground beef for the juiciest hamburger steaks.

  • Don’t overmix the meat, or the patties may become dense.

  • Brown first, bake later—this adds flavor and helps the patties hold together.

  • If the gravy thickens too much, stir in a splash of warm beef broth before serving.

  • This dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or steamed green beans.