Hearty Amish Hamburger Steak Bake for Family Dinners (Print Version)

This Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is pure comfort. Tender beef patties, creamy gravy, and a simple bake make for an easy, satisfying family dinner.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American Comfort
Dietary: Meat-focused, Hearty

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1.5 lbs ground beef (80/20 recommended)
02 - 1 large yellow onion, chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

→ Gravy Essentials

05 - 3 cups beef broth, low sodium
06 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
07 - 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
08 - ½ cup heavy cream

→ Seasonings & Finishing Touches

09 - 1 tsp salt, or to taste
10 - ½ tsp black pepper, or to taste
11 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, grab that ground beef. I usually mix it gently with a little salt and pepper, maybe a splash of Worcestershire sauce right in the meat for extra oomph. Don't overmix, or your patties will be tough, and we don't want that for our Amish Hamburger Steak Bake. Form them into about six oval-shaped patties, roughly ¾-inch thick. They don't have to be perfect, hon; rustic is charming, and they'll taste amazing anyway!
02 - Heat a large skillet—my cast iron is my favorite for this—over medium-high heat with a bit of oil. Once it’s shimmering, carefully place your patties in. Sear them for about 3-4 minutes per side until they're beautifully browned. We're not cooking them through here, just getting that amazing crust and locking in flavor. This step is key for a truly delicious Amish Hamburger Steak Bake. Remove them to a plate and try not to sneak a bite! It smells so good already.
03 - In the same skillet, you'll see all those lovely browned bits, that's flavor gold! Add your chopped onion and cook until it's softened, about 5-7 minutes. Then, toss in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until you can smell that incredible aroma—honestly, it's one of my favorite kitchen smells. This aromatic foundation is essential for the gravy that will coat your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake; it's where all the good stuff begins.
04 - Now, sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and garlic. Stir it constantly for about 1-2 minutes; this cooks out the raw flour taste. Slowly, and I mean *slowly*, whisk in the beef broth, making sure there are no lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce, a good pinch of salt, and a generous grind of black pepper. Let it simmer, whisking occasionally, until it starts to thicken—this usually takes about 5-7 minutes. It should coat the back of a spoon, looking rich and ready for your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake.
05 - Return the seared hamburger patties to the skillet, nestling them into that gorgeous, simmering gravy. Make sure they're mostly submerged. If your skillet isn't oven-safe, transfer everything to a baking dish now. Pop the whole thing into your preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through and the gravy is bubbly and thicker. You want that comforting, unified warmth for your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake.
06 - Carefully pull the skillet from the oven. This is where the heavy cream comes in! Stir it gently into the hot gravy. The heat from the dish will warm it through and make the sauce even more luscious and velvety. Let the Amish Hamburger Steak Bake rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy, or just dig in! The smells alone are enough to make your mouth water, honestly.

# Notes:

01 - Don't overmix your ground beef, or the patties will be tough-I learned that the hard way, oops!
02 - Leftovers keep beautifully in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of broth.
03 - No heavy cream? Milk will work, but it won't be quite as rich. I tried it once, and it was... thinner, but still edible!
04 - Serve this Amish Hamburger Steak Bake over creamy mashed potatoes, honestly, it's a match made in comfort food heaven.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large oven-safe skillet (cast iron works great) or a large skillet and a 9x13 baking dish
02 - whisk
03 - spatula

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 450-550
Total Fat: 30-40g
Total Carbohydrate: 15-20g
Protein: 30-35g

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