Ingredients :
For the Hamburger Steaks:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Brown Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 small onion thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder optional
Instructions :
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4-6 equal portions and shape them into oval patties.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the hamburger patties to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are browned and cooked through. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth, making sure to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder).
- If using, add the thinly sliced onion and cook until the onion is softened and the gravy has thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Return the cooked hamburger steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy.
- Spoon some gravy over the tops of the steaks.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the steaks simmer in the gravy for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the brown gravy smothered hamburger steaks hot, with the gravy spooned over the top
- Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.