Hamburger Steak with Creamy Onion Gravy

Recipe: Hamburger Steak with Creamy Onion Gravy

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

For the Hamburger Steak:

• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)

For the Creamy Onion Gravy:

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

For the Hamburger Steak:

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix until well combined and form the mixture into four oval-shaped patties.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Cook the hamburger steaks for 4-5 minutes per side or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness.
5. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set them aside.

For the Creamy Onion Gravy:

1. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until softened and lightly caramelized.
2. Add butter to the onions and let it melt.
3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and butter, stirring to form a roux.
4. Gradually whisk in beef broth and heavy cream until the mixture thickens.
5. Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Return the cooked hamburger steaks to the skillet, spooning the creamy onion gravy over them.
7. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until the steaks are heated through.

To Serve:

1. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
2. Serve the Hamburger Steak with Creamy Onion Gravy hot, accompanied by mashed potatoes or rice.

Note: You can add mushrooms to the gravy for extra flavor, and feel free to customize the seasoning to suit your taste.

This Hamburger Steak with Creamy Onion Gravy is a comforting and hearty dish that brings together juicy patties with a luscious onion-infused gravy. Enjoy this classic meal with your favorite sides!