ADVERTISEMENT
For the Gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
How to Make It
Step 1: Prepare the Patties
1️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, crushed crackers, diced onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, egg, and milk.
2️⃣ Mix everything together until well combined.
3️⃣ Shape the mixture into oval-shaped patties, about ½-inch thick.
4️⃣ Place the patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 2: Cook the Patties
1️⃣ Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
2️⃣ Brown each patty for about 2 minutes per side, just until golden brown (they don’t need to cook through).
3️⃣ Transfer the browned patties to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Step 3: Make the Gravy
1️⃣ In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
2️⃣ Stir in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3️⃣ Slowly whisk in the beef broth, making sure there are no lumps.
4️⃣ Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder.
5️⃣ Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
Step 4: Bake to Perfection
1️⃣ Pour the gravy over the patties in the baking dish.
2️⃣ Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes.
3️⃣ Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions
🍽️ Serve with mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles to soak up that delicious gravy.
🥦 Add a side of steamed vegetables or buttered corn for a balanced meal.
🥖 Pair with homemade dinner rolls to complete the comfort-food experience.
Final Thoughts
“Poor Man’s Steak” might have a humble name, but the flavor is anything but poor. The tender, juicy patties smothered in savory homemade gravy create a dish that’s deeply comforting and perfect for feeding a family on a budget.
It’s one of those meals that reminds us that simple food, made with love, is always the best. Try it out, and you might just find yourself making it again and again!
Let me know—have you ever had “Poor Man’s Steak”? 🍽️😋
ADVERTISEMENT
