Amish Hamburger Steak Bake

Amish Hamburger Steak Bake

A hearty, comforting casserole with juicy hamburger steaks, creamy gravy, and tender potatoes—pure Amish-country goodness!

🍽️ Ingredients *(Serves 6-8)*

For the Hamburger Steaks:

• 2 lbs ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• ½ cup breadcrumbs (or crushed saltines)

• 1 egg, beaten

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

For the Gravy & Topping:

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or homemade)

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

• 1 cup milk (or beef broth for richer flavor)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce (optional, for depth)

• 4 cups sliced potatoes (or frozen hash browns for quicker prep)

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the Hamburger Steaks

1. Mix ground beef, onion, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Shape into 8 oval patties (½-inch thick).

2. Sear the Patties

• In a skillet, brown patties 2-3 mins per side (they’ll finish baking). Set aside.

3. Make the Gravy

• In the same skillet, whisk soups, milk, and soy sauce until smooth. Simmer 2 mins.

4. Assemble the Bake

1. Layer sliced potatoes in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Arrange seared patties over potatoes.

3. Pour gravy evenly over everything.

4. Sprinkle with cheese.

5. Bake & Serve

• Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 mins.

• Uncover, bake 15-20 more mins until potatoes are tender and cheese is bubbly.

• Let rest 10 mins before serving.

💡 Tips & Variations

✔ Extra veggies: Add sliced mushrooms or carrots with the potatoes.
✔ Lighter version: Use ground turkey and low-fat soups.
✔ Crockpot method: Layer ingredients and cook on LOW 6-8 hours.

Warm, filling, and packed with old-fashioned flavor—this Amish bake is pure comfort! 🥔🍖

(Note: Leftovers taste even better the next day!)