Description
This Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is a comforting and hearty dish featuring seasoned ground beef patties seared to perfection and baked in a creamy mushroom gravy. Easy to prepare and perfect for a family dinner, it combines classic flavors with a simple, satisfying cooking method.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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 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, then stir in the chopped fresh parsley. Set this mixture aside to be poured over the patties later.
- Mix Meat Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed saltines, 1 cup milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Season the mixture generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Form Patties: Gently mix the ingredients using your hands or two forks just until combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Form the mixture into evenly sized patties for uniform cooking.
- Dredge Patties: Place all-purpose flour in a shallow dish. Dredge each patty in the flour, coating them lightly on all sides. This step helps achieve a crispy exterior when searing.
- Sear Patties: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the patties on both sides until golden brown, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan. The patties will not be fully cooked at this stage.
- Assemble for Baking: Transfer the browned patties to the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Evenly pour the prepared mushroom gravy over the top of the patties, making sure each is covered.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and the gravy is bubbly and flavorful.
Notes
- Crushing the saltine crackers finely helps the patties hold together better and adds moisture.
- Don’t overmix the meat mixture to keep the patties tender.
- Use fresh parsley for the best flavor in the gravy, but dried parsley can be substituted if needed.
- Searing the patties before baking seals in juices and develops a richer flavor and color.
- Make sure to cover the dish with foil to prevent the gravy from drying out during baking.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
Keywords: Amish hamburger steak, hamburger steak bake, ground beef casserole, cream of mushroom soup recipe, comfort food, baked hamburger patties