Amish Hamburger Steak Bake: A Hearty Old-Fashioned Comfort Food Classic
This Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is classic comfort food at its best. Juicy hamburger steaks are baked in a rich, creamy gravy until tender and full of flavor. It’s an old-fashioned, hearty dinner that feels like something straight from a cozy country kitchen—and it pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.
Ingredients
Hamburger Steaks
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2 lbs ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
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½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
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1 egg, beaten
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1 onion, finely diced
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
Creamy Gravy
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3 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted)
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 onion, sliced
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
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Mix the patties: In a large bowl, gently combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, diced onion, salt, and pepper. Do not overmix.
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Shape: Form the mixture into 6–8 oval-shaped hamburger steaks. Set aside.
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Brown: In an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, brown the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
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Make the gravy: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté sliced onions until soft. Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in beef broth and heavy cream until smooth. Add garlic powder.
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Bake: Return patties to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Cover tightly and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes.
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Rest & serve: Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Use 80/20 ground beef for juicy, flavorful steaks.
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Don’t overmix the meat—it keeps the patties tender.
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If gravy thickens too much, stir in a splash of warm broth or milk.
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Great served with mashed potatoes, green beans, or egg noodles.