An Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is a hearty and comforting casserole-style dish, popular in Amish and Pennsylvania Dutch communities. The dish typically combines ground beef (or hamburger steak), seasoned vegetables, and a rich gravy, all baked together for a filling, one-pan meal. Here’s a simple recipe you can try:
Amish Hamburger Steak Bake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sour cream (optional for added richness)
- Fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the hamburger steaks:
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, chopped onion, garlic, bread crumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Form the mixture into 4-6 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
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Cook the patties:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Brown the patties for about 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer them to a greased baking dish.
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Make the gravy:
- In the same skillet, add the beef broth and bring to a simmer.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour with a little cold water to form a smooth slurry.
- Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering broth to thicken the gravy.
- Once the gravy thickens, stir in the sour cream if desired for a creamier consistency.
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Assemble the bake:
- Pour the gravy over the browned patties in the baking dish.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for about 30 minutes.
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Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley if you’d like.
- Serve the hamburger steak bake with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
This dish is cozy, flavorful, and perfect for a filling family meal!