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Salisbury Steak and Gravy Recipe Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights

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This classic Salisbury steak and gravy recipe delivers juicy beef patties simmered in a rich, onion-speckled gravy. It’s a cozy, weeknight-friendly comfort food that’s easy to make and sure to please the whole family.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80-85% lean)
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned, Panko for extra tenderness)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced or diced
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (for gravy)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Optional: 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • Optional: Gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour (for gluten-free adaptation)
  • Optional: Ground turkey or chicken (for lighter version)
  • Optional: Vegan Worcestershire sauce (for dairy-free/vegan adaptation)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, Worcestershire sauce, grated onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Divide mixture into 4-5 equal portions and shape each into an oval patty about 3/4-inch thick.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil or a pat of butter. Sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter and add sliced onion (and mushrooms, if using). Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle flour over onions and cook for 1 minute, stirring.
  6. Slowly pour in beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard (if using), and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Bring gravy to a gentle simmer. Adjust thickness with more broth or by simmering longer.
  8. Return browned patties and any juices to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until patties are cooked through (internal temp 160°F). Spoon gravy over patties occasionally.
  9. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top if desired. Serve hot with extra gravy over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Notes

For extra tenderness, use ground beef with some fat. Grate onions for the meat mixture to keep patties moist. Add mushrooms for a richer gravy. Gluten-free and dairy-free adaptations are easy with simple swaps. Let patties rest in gravy off heat for a couple minutes before serving for best flavor.

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