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Smothered Hamburger Steak Delight

Smothered Hamburger Steak Delight

Juicy hamburger steaks simmered in a rich onion-mushroom gravy. Comforting, weeknight-friendly, and perfect over mashed potatoes or rice.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.25 lb ground beef (about 85% lean)
  • 0.5 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 cup yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2.25 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Mix beef, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
  • Form the mixture into four oval patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Chill 10 minutes if soft.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear patties until browned, 3–4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Melt butter in the same pan. Add onions and cook until lightly caramelized, 6–8 minutes.
  • Stir in mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and brown, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and thyme; cook 30 seconds.
  • Sprinkle flour over the vegetables. Stir and cook 1 minute to remove raw taste.
  • Slowly whisk in beef broth and Dijon. Simmer, stirring, until the gravy thickens, 3–4 minutes.
  • Nestle patties into the gravy. Cover and simmer on low until cooked through, 8–10 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot with mashed potatoes or rice.

Notes

Swap mushrooms for bell peppers if you prefer, or add a splash of cream for extra-rich gravy. Leftovers keep up to 4 days refrigerated; reheat gently with a bit of broth to loosen the sauce.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Smothered Hamburger Steak Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.