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Easy Salisbury Steak Recipe

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This Easy Salisbury Steak recipe features flavorful ground beef patties cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy. A comforting classic dish that’s simple to make on the stovetop, perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Patties

  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Gravy

  • 16 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Patty Preparation: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, finely diced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, mustard powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly but gently to evenly distribute all ingredients. Shape the mixture into 6 oval-shaped patties, creating a small dimple in the center of each to help them cook evenly.
  2. Cook Patties: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook them for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until well browned and cooked through. Remove the patties from the skillet and keep them warm while you prepare the gravy.
  3. Make Gravy: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and sliced onion and sauté until they’re tender and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the mushrooms and onions, stirring continuously to form a roux. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, then simmer the gravy until it thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Finish: Return the cooked patties to the skillet with the gravy. Spoon some gravy over the patties and let them simmer together on low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the patties to stay warm. Serve the Salisbury steak hot with the mushroom gravy spooned over the top.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overmix the ground beef mixture to keep the patties tender.
  • The dimple in the center of patties prevents them from puffing up during cooking.
  • For a thicker gravy, allow it to simmer a few minutes longer before adding patties back.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or egg noodles for a classic pairing.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Keywords: Salisbury steak, ground beef patties, mushroom gravy, classic American dinner, easy weeknight meal