1. Prepare the Hamburger Patties
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape into 8 hamburger steaks (oval patties).
- Quickly pan-sear them in a skillet with a little oil for 2–3 minutes per side to lock in flavor (don’t cook through).
2. Make the Creamy Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, milk (or broth), gravy mix, onion powder, and garlic powder.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble the Bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange seared patties in the dish.
- Pour sauce mixture evenly over the patties.
4. Bake to Perfection
- Cover with foil and bake for 35–40 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10 minutes to thicken sauce.
5. Serve & Enjoy
- Spoon creamy gravy over patties.
- Garnish with parsley if desired.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or buttered corn for the ultimate Amish comfort meal.
Serving Suggestions
- Classic Amish Style: With mashed potatoes and homemade dinner rolls.
- Lighter Version: Pair with steamed green beans or roasted carrots.
- Leftover Magic: Shred patties and mix into pasta or serve on sandwiches the next day.
Tips for Success
- Don’t overmix the beef mixture—this keeps the patties tender.
- Pan-searing adds flavor but can be skipped if you’re short on time.
- If you like thicker gravy, reduce liquid slightly or add cornstarch slurry at the end.
- Use cream of celery soup instead of chicken for a stronger Amish-style flavor twist.
Final Thoughts
The Amish Hamburger Steak Bake is hearty, rich, and deeply comforting. It brings together the best of hamburger steak and Amish casserole cooking in one dish that feels like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen. Once you make it, it’ll be a staple on your dinner rotation.