Sometimes the humblest dishes are also the most memorable and soul-satisfying. That’s certainly the case with the Amish classic known as Poor Man’s Steak. This meat and mushroom gravy concoction may be devoid of actual steak, but it more than makes up for it with pure, stick-to-your-ribs comfort and nostalgic appeal.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup cracker crumbs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can water or broth
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, milk, cracker crumbs, salt, pepper and onion until well combined.
- Form the beef mixture into a loaf shape and place on a plate or baking dish. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- The next day, remove beef loaf from fridge. Slice into 1/2-inch thick slices or patties.
- Dredge or roll the beef slices/patties lightly in flour.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, pan fry the beef slices until browned on both sides.
- Transfer browned beef to a baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and 1 soup can of water/broth until smooth.
- Pour the mushroom soup gravy over the beef in the baking dish.
- Bake at 350°F for 1 hour until hot and sauce has thickened.
- Serve the poor man’s steak slices smothered in gravy over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Give this nostalgic, budget-friendly Amish dinner a try for the ultimate in down-home, gravy-licious comfort food satisfaction. Simple ingredients, maximum flavor!