Smothered Hamburger Steak with Gravy

Servings: 4
Calories: ~680 per serving
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

For the Steaks:

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)

• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

• 1 egg

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

For the Gravy:

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef broth

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Optional: fresh thyme or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Form the patties:
   In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until just combined.
   Shape into 4 thick patties.

2. Cook the patties:
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties 4–5 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside (they’ll finish cooking in the gravy).

3. Make the onion gravy:
   In the same skillet, melt butter. Add onions and sauté for 5–6 minutes until golden and soft.
   Stir in flour and cook 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
   Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.

4. Smother the steaks:
   Return the patties to the skillet, spoon gravy over the top, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until fully cooked through and flavors meld.

5. Serve:
   Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.