Amish Hamburger Steak Bake Recipe

 Tender, seasoned hamburger patties are browned, then baked in a rich, savory gravy for a comforting, one-pan meal. Serve with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or crusty bread to soak up every drop.

Ingredients

For the Patties:

• 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20 blend)

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup breadcrumbs

• 1 large egg

• ¼ cup milk

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

For the Gravy:

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• ½ tsp dried thyme

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

2. Form Patties: In a large bowl, gently combine all patty ingredients except the oil. Shape into 4–5 oval steaks.

3. Brown: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear patties for 2–3 minutes per side until a golden crust forms. Transfer to the baking dish.

4. Make Gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes. Gradually pour in beef broth while whisking until smooth. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Bake: Pour gravy evenly over the patties. Cover the dish tightly with foil. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until patties are cooked through.

6. Serve: Spoon patties and plenty of gravy over mashed potatoes or noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Tips & Variations

• For a Richer Gravy: Stir in 2 tbsp of sour cream or a splash of heavy cream at the end.

• Make Ahead: Assemble the patties and gravy in the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.

• Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for the roux.

Enjoy this warm, hearty classic—a simple recipe that tastes like home.