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This Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is one of those simple dinners that brings everyone to the table. Each juicy hamburger steak is nestled in a rich creamy mushroom sauce and baked until tender making it a go-to meal for busy weeks or a cozy Sunday evening. You get family-pleasing comfort with just a few easy steps and basic kitchen staples.
When I first tried this recipe out on a chilly fall night it quickly became a family favorite and everyone requests seconds whenever I make it.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: choose 80 to 85 percent lean for juicy flavorful patties
- Breadcrumbs: help bind the steak while keeping it tender use fresh if you can find them
- Large egg: acts as a binder to hold everything together
- Garlic powder: boosts depth of flavor easy to sprinkle in
- Onion powder: brings background sweetness and savory notes
- Salt and pepper: brings out all the flavors taste as you go
- Cream of mushroom soup: gives the sauce its classic creamy body look for low sodium for better control
- Milk: thins and enriches the sauce whole milk is best for richness
- Worcestershire sauce: adds tang and umami flavor
- Small onion: sliced for subtle sweetness and texture go for yellow or sweet onions
- Fresh mushrooms (optional): for earthiness baby bellas add lots of flavor
- Fresh parsley (optional): for color and freshness just a handful for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Set your oven temperature to three hundred fifty degrees Fahrenheit and get your baking dish greased and ready to go. This step means you will not lose any heat as you assemble everything else.
- Mix And Form Patties:
- In a large mixing bowl combine your ground beef breadcrumbs egg garlic powder onion powder salt and pepper. Use clean hands to mix just until everything is blended. Overmixing can make the patties tough. Shape into four to six thick oval patties for even cooking.
- Sear The Patties:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once hot add the beef patties and cook two to three minutes per side until each is browned on the outside. You only need a golden crust at this stage because the oven will cook them through later.
- Arrange Patties In Dish:
- Transfer seared patties to your greased baking dish. Make sure to leave a little space between each one so the sauce can flow around them.
- Make The Sauce:
- In a bowl whisk together the cream of mushroom soup milk and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Pour this over the prepared beef patties making sure each one gets plenty of sauce. Layer the sliced onions and mushrooms over top for more texture and flavor.
- Bake Until Tender:
- Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for thirty to thirty five minutes. This traps steam and keeps the beef moist. Uncover and continue baking for another ten minutes to bubble and thicken the sauce.
- Garnish And Serve:
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the finished bake and serve hot. This is especially lovely with mashed potatoes or warm buttered egg noodles to soak up every bit of the savory mushroom sauce.
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My absolute favorite part of this bake is the way the mushrooms soak up all that savory sauce. My kids always rush to snag the biggest spoonfuls of sauce and onions because it is just so creamy and satisfying.
Storage Tips
Leftovers keep well covered in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently in the oven or the microwave with a splash of extra milk to loosen the sauce. For make ahead options you can assemble the patties and sauce in advance and bake just before serving.
Ingredient Substitutions
If you do not have cream of mushroom soup cream of chicken works fine with a slightly lighter flavor. For gluten free needs swap breadcrumbs for gluten free panko or use almond flour. Feel free to skip mushrooms if your family prefers just onions or add extra veggies like chopped bell pepper for even more color and flavor.
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Serving Suggestions
This recipe cries out for buttery mashed potatoes or fluffy egg noodles on the side. Roasted green beans or steamed carrots bring out the best in the dish. For a true Amish inspired meal bake up a pan of simple cornbread to mop up all that rich gravy.
Cultural Context
Hearty bakes like this have roots in Amish community cooking where recipes are shared across generations and use ingredients right from the pantry or family farm. These dishes are all about stretching simple meats and elevating them into comforting feasts for a crowd. Hamberger steak bakes are a classic Sunday dinner meant to bring everyone together around the table.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I substitute cream of mushroom soup?
Yes, cream of chicken soup works well if you're out of mushroom soup. The flavors will change slightly but remain delicious.
- → What side dishes match well?
Mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables complement the creamy sauce and hearty steaks perfectly.
- → Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Absolutely! Simply assemble and refrigerate, then bake when ready. Reheating leftovers is also easy.
- → Is there a low-carb option for breadcrumbs?
Yes, you can use almond flour in place of breadcrumbs to reduce the carb content in the ground beef mixture.
- → Do I need to pre-cook the patties fully?
No, just brown the patties on both sides before baking. This seals in flavor and ensures moist, tender steaks.