Easy Salisbury Steak Bake
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Salisbury steak is one of those timeless Midwestern comfort foods—like a hamburger dressed up for Sunday dinner. Traditionally pan-fried, this baked version keeps all the cozy flavors but lets the oven do most of the work. It’s budget-friendly, made from simple pantry staples, and perfect for nights when you’re juggling a dozen things but still want a hearty, homemade meal.
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Tender beef patties simmer in a rich onion-and-mushroom gravy, begging to be served over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or rice. Add a green side—like roasted broccoli, steamed beans, or a crisp salad—and you’ve got a balanced plate. For full comfort-food mode, warm dinner rolls or crusty bread are perfect for mopping up the extra sauce. Leftovers reheat beautifully, making this dish ideal for meal prep.
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Baked Salisbury Steak with Mushroom-Onion Gravy 🍽️
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef (80–90% lean) | 1 lb |
| Plain breadcrumbs | ⅓ cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Milk | ¼ cup |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tbsp (divided) |
| Onion powder | 1 tsp |
| Garlic powder | 1 tsp |
| Dried thyme (optional) | ½ tsp |
| Salt | ½ tsp |
| Black pepper | ½ tsp |
| Olive or vegetable oil | 1 tbsp (for searing, optional) |
| Onion, thinly sliced | 1 small |
| Mushrooms, sliced | 1 cup |
| Butter | 2 tbsp |
| All-purpose flour | 2 tbsp |
| Beef broth | 2 cups |
| Ketchup | 1 tbsp |
| Dijon or yellow mustard | 1 tsp |
| Additional salt & pepper | To taste |
| Cooking spray or oil | For greasing dish |
Directions
1. Preheat Oven
- Heat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make Patties
- In a bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, 2 tsp Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape into 4 oval patties (about ¾-inch thick). Chill briefly if desired.
3. Sear (Optional)
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high.
- Brown patties 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to baking dish.
4. Make Gravy
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onion and mushrooms; cook 4–6 minutes until softened.
- Sprinkle flour over mixture; stir and cook 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in broth. Add remaining Worcestershire, ketchup, and mustard.
- Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Season to taste.
5. Bake
- Pour gravy over patties in baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10–15 minutes more, until patties reach 160°F (71°C) and gravy is bubbly.
6. Rest & Serve
- Let rest 5 minutes.
- Spoon extra gravy over patties and serve with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the beef—gentle handling keeps patties tender.
- The gravy thickens further as it rests.
- Works well for meal prep; reheats nicely with veggies or starches.
