Oven Baked Poor Man’s Hamburger Steaks Recipe
Oven Baked Poor Man’s Hamburger Steaks are a simple and comforting American dinner recipe featuring seasoned ground beef patties browned and then baked in a savory mushroom gravy. This hearty dish is perfect for a quick meal that serves the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Hamburger Steaks
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 ½ cups saltine crackers, crushed
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- All-purpose flour for dredging
- Salt and pepper to taste
Gravy
- 2 (10.75 oz.) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 ½ tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the hamburger steaks once they are browned and assembled.
- Prepare the gravy: In a medium bowl, mix together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1 ½ cups of whole milk, and finely chopped fresh parsley until well combined. Set aside for later use.
- Mix hamburger ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed saltine crackers, 1 cup whole milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a fork to mix until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form patties: Divide the mixture into 6 to 8 equal portions and shape each into a patty of uniform thickness for even cooking.
- Dredge patties with flour: Lightly coat each patty on all sides with all-purpose flour, which helps create a nice crust when browning.
- Brown patties: Heat a cast-iron skillet lightly oiled over medium heat. Brown the patties for a few minutes on each side until they develop a flavorful crust. This step adds depth of flavor to the final dish.
- Add gravy and bake: Once browned, arrange the patties in the skillet and pour the prepared mushroom gravy over them. Cover the skillet tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, allowing the patties to cook through and absorb the gravy flavors.
Notes
- Using a cast-iron skillet helps retain heat and creates a better crust on the hamburger steaks.
- Dredging the patties in flour before browning adds texture and helps thicken the gravy during baking.
- For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper amount slightly according to taste.
- Leftover gravy can be reheated and served over mashed potatoes or rice for extra comfort food appeal.
- Be sure to cover the skillet with foil to trap moisture and keep the patties juicy during baking.
