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Savory Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy

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A quick and easy homemade Salisbury steak recipe featuring juicy beef patties smothered in rich mushroom gravy, perfect for comforting family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 8 oz (225 g) cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp (15 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups (475 ml) beef broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1 tsp fresh or dried thyme leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, chopped onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into an oval patty about 3/4 inch thick. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). Remove and keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, melt remaining tablespoon of butter. Add sliced mushrooms and cook 5-7 minutes until browned.
  5. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir to coat. Cook 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
  6. Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
  7. Stir in Dijon mustard and thyme. Simmer 5-7 minutes until gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Return patties to skillet, spoon gravy over them, and warm together for 2-3 minutes. Serve hot.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep patties tender. Use fresh mushrooms and cook them slowly for best flavor. If gravy is too thick, add broth or water to loosen. Patties can be made ahead and refrigerated. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.

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Keywords: Salisbury steak, mushroom gravy, ground beef recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, homemade gravy