Hearty Amish Hamburger Steak Bake: Easy Weeknight Meal (Print Version)

Discover this comforting Amish Hamburger Steak Bake recipe. Simple ingredients, rich flavors, and an easy weeknight bake for the whole family.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American

# Ingredients:

→ Hearty Base

01 - 1 ½ lbs ground beef (80/20)
02 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
03 - 4-5 medium russet potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
04 - 3 cups low-sodium beef broth

→ Savory Gravy Builders

05 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

→ Finishing Touch

10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Get a large skillet screaming hot over medium-high heat. Toss in your ground beef and break it up with a spoon. Let it brown, getting those lovely crispy bits, for about 5-7 minutes. Then, drain off most of that fat – seriously, don't skip this, or your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake will be swimming! Now, add the diced onion and cook until it's softened and translucent, about 5 minutes more. Oh, the smell of browning beef and onions? Pure comfort starting right there in your kitchen.
02 - Sprinkle the flour over the beef and onion mixture. Stir it around for a minute or two, letting it cook out that raw flour taste. This is where your gravy magic starts! It'll look a little pasty, but that's okay. Next, slowly pour in the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. I once poured it all in at once, and let's just say I had a lumpy gravy situation. Learn from my mistakes, slow and steady wins the gravy race for this Amish Hamburger Steak Bake.
03 - Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Give it a good taste here – remember, you can always add more salt, but you can't take it away! Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, letting it thicken slightly. It should coat the back of a spoon. This rich, savory aroma is just heavenly; it's the heart of your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake. Let it bubble for a few minutes, getting all those flavors to meld together beautifully.
04 - While the gravy simmers, peel and slice your potatoes into about 1/4-inch rounds. I usually just eyeball it, no need for perfection! Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour half of your glorious hamburger steak gravy mixture over the potatoes. Then, layer the remaining potatoes on top, followed by the rest of the gravy. It's like building a flavor fortress for your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake, getting ready for that amazing oven transformation!
05 - Cover the baking dish tightly with foil. Pop it into your preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 30 minutes. The foil traps all that steam, helping the potatoes get wonderfully tender without drying out. I've forgotten the foil once or twice, and the top potatoes were a bit sad and hard. Don't be like me, use the foil! Your kitchen will smell incredible during this step as your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake comes together.
06 - After 30 minutes, carefully remove the foil. Now, bake uncovered for another 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the gravy is bubbly and slightly browned on top. This is the final flourish for your Amish Hamburger Steak Bake! Let it rest for a few minutes before serving – it helps the gravy settle and prevents burned tongues. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if you're feeling fancy, and enjoy that comforting goodness.

# Notes:

01 - Always drain the fat from the ground beef; it makes a huge difference in the final taste and texture.
02 - Leftover Amish Hamburger Steak Bake reheats beautifully in the microwave with a splash of broth to loosen the gravy.
03 - Try adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the gravy for an extra layer of warmth, I love that little twist.
04 - Serve this hearty bake with a crisp green salad to balance the richness, it's my favorite pairing.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - 9x13 baking dish
02 - large skillet
03 - mixing bowls
04 - whisk

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 500 kcal
Total Fat: 30 g
Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
Protein: 35 g

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