Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy

Ingredients:

For the Hamburger Steaks:

- 1 pound ground beef

- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs

- 1/4 cup milk

- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

- 1/4 cup finely chopped green bell pepper (optional)

- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

- Salt and black pepper to taste

- 1 egg

- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)

For the Onion Gravy:

- 1 large onion, thinly sliced

- 2 tablespoons butter

- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

- 2 cups beef broth

- Salt and black pepper to taste

- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

For the Hamburger Steaks:

1. Prepare the Meat Mixture:

- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, finely chopped onion, finely chopped green bell pepper (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and the egg. Mix until everything is well combined.

2. Shape into Patties:

- Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into oval or round hamburger steak patties, about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.                                                             3. Cook the Steaks:

- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the hamburger steaks and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked to your desired level of doneness. Remove the cooked steaks from the skillet and set them aside.

For the Onion Gravy:

4. Cook the Onions:

- In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and butter. Cook the onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.

5. Make the Gravy:

- Sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and stir well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to remove the raw taste of the flour.

6. Add Broth:

- Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the gravy thickens, which should take about 5-7 minutes.

7. Season and Return Steaks:

- Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste. Return the cooked hamburger steaks to the skillet, spooning some of the gravy over them.

8. Simmer:

- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the steaks to heat through.

9. Serve:

- Serve the hamburger steaks with the onion gravy spooned over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy your Hamburger Steaks with Onion Gravy! This comforting and flavorful dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dishes