Description
Looking for a meal that’s hearty, flavorful, and brings a sense of nostalgia to the table? Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is a simple yet satisfying dish featuring tender hamburger steaks topped with creamy mushroom gravy and baked to perfection. This dish is ideal for busy nights or casual family gatherings, delivering comforting flavors everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
For this comforting Amish classic, you’ll need:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 ½ cups crumbled saltine crackers
- 1 cup milk (for beef mixture)
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup milk (for gravy)
Instructions
- Prepare the Hamburger Mixture: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, crumbled saltine crackers, 1 cup of milk, Italian herbs, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (optional), salt, and pepper. Mix well until the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Form the Patties: Divide the beef mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty about ½-inch thick. Try to make them uniform for even cooking.
- Coat and Brown the Steaks: Coat each patty lightly in flour, shaking off any excess. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the patties for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden. Remove from the pan and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare the Gravy: In a bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup and 1 cup of milk until smooth. Pour the gravy mixture over the browned patties.
- Bake to Perfection: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes until the gravy is bubbling and the steaks are fully cooked.
- Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or steamed rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Pro Tips: Use ground beef with a fat content of 80/20 for the juiciest, most flavorful patties. Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of smoked paprika to the gravy for extra flavor.
- Substitutions: If you don’t have saltine crackers, try using breadcrumbs, Ritz crackers, or even panko. For a gluten-free version, swap the flour and crackers with gluten-free options.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the dish ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, add 5–10 extra minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food