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Homemade Salisbury Steak Recipe with Rich Mushroom Gravy

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A comforting and easy homemade Salisbury steak with a rich mushroom gravy, perfect for cozy dinners and quick family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, ideally 80/20
  • 1/3 cup (30 g) breadcrumbs, plain or seasoned
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 oz (225 g) cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) beef broth, low sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk or cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly without overworking, about 5 minutes.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into an oval patty about 3/4 inch (2 cm) thick. Set aside on a plate.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add patties and cook 4-5 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and add butter. Sauté mushrooms for about 5 minutes until they release moisture and start browning. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
  5. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually pour in beef broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Add thyme if using. Simmer until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in milk or cream if desired for creaminess. Return patties to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes to cook patties through and meld flavors.
  7. Taste gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or preferred sides.

Notes

Do not overmix the beef mixture to keep patties tender. Use 80/20 ground beef for juiciness. Sear patties well before simmering in gravy. If gravy thickens too much, add a splash of broth or water. Avoid flipping patties while simmering to keep them juicy.

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