🥔 Amish Hamburger Steak Bake: The Old-Fashioned Comfort Dinner That Feels Like a Warm Hug

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.

Step 2: Prepare the Beef Patties

In a mixing bowl, combine:

• Ground beef

• Garlic powder

• Onion powder

• Salt and pepper

Mix gently — avoid overworking the meat to keep the patties tender.

Form into 6 evenly sized patties.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the patties lightly on both sides. They don’t need to cook through completely — they’ll finish cooking in the oven.

Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Creamy Gravy

In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together:

• ¼ cup flour

• 2 cups milk

Continue whisking until smooth and slightly thickened. Season lightly with salt and pepper.

This simple white gravy will soak into the potatoes as it bakes, creating a creamy texture throughout the dish.

Step 4: Layer the Casserole

Now comes the layering:

1. Place a layer of thinly sliced potatoes on the bottom of the baking dish.

2. Add a layer of sliced onions.

3. Place browned hamburger patties on top.

4. Repeat layers if needed.

Pour the prepared gravy evenly over everything, making sure the potatoes are well covered.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

Cover the dish tightly with foil.

Bake for 1 hour, allowing the potatoes to become tender and absorb the creamy sauce.

After 1 hour, remove the foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top, and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes — until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Let the dish rest for about 10 minutes before serving. This helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.

⏱ Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Servings: 6

Perfect for feeding a family or having leftovers for the next day.

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