Amish Hamburger Steak Bake
A cozy, filling dinner of tender hamburger patties baked in rich gravy, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Patties
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend for juiciness
- 1 cup crushed crackers or breadcrumbs For binding
- 1 large egg Binder for patties
- 1 medium onion, diced Adds flavor to patties
- 2 cloves garlic, minced For flavor
- 1/2 cup milk Keeps the patties tender
- 1 tsp salt To taste
- 1 tsp pepper To taste
Gravy
- 1 packet simple gravy mix Store-bought or homemade
Starch
- 4 medium potatoes, sliced Can use frozen hash browns for quicker prep
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Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, crushed crackers, egg, diced onion, minced garlic, milk, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form the mixture into patties.
- Slice the potatoes thin and layer them in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Arrange the patties on top of the potatoes.
- Prepare the gravy according to package instructions, then pour it over the patties and potatoes.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
- Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes to brown the top.
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Note
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to help the gravy settle. Gravy thickens upon cooling, and leftovers taste even better the next day.