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Hearty Hamburger Steak Bake with Creamy Onion Gravy Recipe

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This Hamburger Steak Bake is a comforting, homestyle casserole featuring seasoned ground beef patties simmered in a rich, creamy onion gravy. Perfectly browned and baked together for a tender, flavorful dish that’s ideal for family dinners or meal prepping.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

For the Patties

  • 2 lbs Ground beef (80/20 blend for best flavor)
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs (Plain or seasoned)
  • 1 Egg (Beaten)
  • 1 Onion (Finely diced)
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

For the Gravy

  • 3 tbsp Butter (Salted or unsalted)
  • 3 tbsp All-purpose flour (For thickening gravy)
  • 2 cups Beef broth (Low sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 Onion (Sliced)
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Mix Patties: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, finely diced onion, salt, and black pepper until just mixed to avoid overworking the meat.
  2. Shape & Rest: Form the mixture into 6 to 8 oval-shaped patties. Set them aside to rest while you prepare the gravy base, allowing flavors to meld.
  3. Brown Patties: Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and brown the patties for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Make Gravy: In the same skillet, add butter and sauté the sliced onions until softened and translucent. Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 2 minutes to form a roux, then gradually whisk in the beef broth and heavy cream. Add garlic powder and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer until it thickens.
  5. Bake Casserole: Place the browned patties back into the skillet, nestling them into the creamy onion gravy. Cover the skillet tightly with a lid or foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes. Then remove the cover and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to thicken the gravy and finish cooking the patties.
  6. Rest & Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to set and the gravy to thicken slightly.

Notes

  • Use an oven-safe skillet for seamless transition from stovetop to oven.
  • For extra flavor, you can add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley to the gravy.
  • Breadcrumbs can be plain or seasoned based on your preference.
  • Letting the patties rest after browning helps retain juices during baking.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/hearty-hamburger-steak-bake-with-creamy-onion-gravy-recipe/