Description
Amish Poor Man's Steak is a comforting and budget-friendly dinner recipe made from ground beef, cracker crumbs, and a creamy mushroom gravy. This old-fashioned Amish-style dish is baked to perfection and ideal for cozy family dinners. Serve with mashed potatoes or noodles for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup cracker crumbs (or breadcrumbs/oats as variation)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- All-purpose flour (for dredging)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup water or beef broth
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, milk, cracker crumbs, salt, pepper, and chopped onion.
- Form into a loaf shape, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Slice chilled meatloaf into thick patties.
- Lightly dredge each patty in flour.
- Pan-fry patties in a skillet over medium heat until browned on both sides.
- Place patties in a baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup with water or broth until smooth.
- Pour gravy mixture over patties.
- Bake at 350°F for about 1 hour until bubbly and cooked through.
Notes
- Chilling overnight helps the patties hold their shape better.
- Swap in cream of celery or cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
- Worcestershire sauce or garlic powder can be added to the meat for extra depth.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until hot throughout.
