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Amish Poor Man's Steak

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A comforting, budget-friendly dish made with ground beef, savory gravy, and crunchy cracker crumbs, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Choose 80/20 for the best fat content.
  • 1 cup milk For moisture and richness.
  • 1 cup cracker crumbs Any variety works, but saltines provide a nice crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Essential for flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped For aromatic sweetness.
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup This will be your gravy base.
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) water or broth Add depth to the gravy.
  • as needed all-purpose flour for dredging Helps create a crispy crust.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, blend the ground beef, milk, cracker crumbs, salt, black pepper, and chopped onion until well combined.
  2. Form this mixture into a loaf shape and wrap it up before refrigerating it overnight to enhance the flavors.
Cooking
  1. Slice the beef loaf into 1/2 inch thick pieces the next day.
  2. Dredge each slice in flour to create a golden crust.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry the slices until browned on both sides.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and your choice of water or broth until smooth.
  5. Pour the creamy gravy over the browned beef in a baking dish, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60 minutes.
  6. Serve the slices smothered in gravy over a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes or egg noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze portions for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
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