Easy Hamburger Steak With Gravy: Frugal and Delicious!
There’s nothing quite like a hearty, homemade meal that fills your belly and warms your soul, without emptying your wallet! If you’re looking for an easy, budget-friendly dinner that’s full of flavor and made with simple ingredients, then this easy hamburger steak with gravy recipe is just what you need. It’s a tried-and-true classic that brings back memories of old-fashioned home cooking, proving that delicious meals don’t have to be expensive or complicated. This is comfort food at it’s finest, my friend!
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Why You’ll Love This Easy Hamburger Steak With Gravy Recipe
- Budget-Friendly: Made with ground beef and pantry staples, this meal is as affordable as it is tasty.
- Simple Ingredients: No fancy or hard-to-find ingredients—just good, wholesome food.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Comfort Food at Its Best: A rich, savory brown gravy poured over tender hamburger steaks—what’s not to love?
Ingredients
For the Hamburger Steaks:
- 1 pound ground beef/chuck (80/20 or 85/15 for best flavor)
- 1 pkg. onion soup mix (the dry kind)
- Prepackaged brown gravy (any brand will work)
- Worstcheshire sauce
- Butter
- Small onion
Instructions
Prepare the Hamburger Steaks
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef and the onion soup mix. Use your hands to combine everything without overmixing (overmixing can make the patties tough).
- Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, slightly flattening them slightly for even cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Then, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Drain/remove any excess grease from the skillet.
sautee the onions
Now, this part is totally optional, but if you like sautéed onions, they pair wonderfully with this meal. They’re so easy and they just take the meal up a notch or two.
Slice up a whole onion (sometimes I do two) so you have rings. Melt about 2 Tbsp. butter in a skillet and add the onion. Stir the onions frequently until they begin to brown on the edges. Don’t overcook, as they will get mushy if overdone. Once they’re done, set them aside. These will be used to serve over the hamburger steak.
Make the Gravy
While your hamburger Steaks are cooking, now’s the time to make your gravy. Using a prepackaged gravy will save you a ton of time and it’s really just as good as homemade…less the effort. I use the cheapest brown gravy I can find. Usually, that’s the store brand but if you have a preference, by all means…use that! If you’d like to take the cheap gravy up a notch, add 1 Tbsp of Worcestershire sauce to it to give it a little kick.
Once your gravy is done, pour it over your hamburger steaks while they’re still on the stove. Then simmer for about 3 – 5 minutes.
Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a super delicious, comforting meal. If you make the sautéed onions, top each patty with before you serve. They really add a wonderful flavor to this meal.
Frugal Tips & Substitutions
- Stretch the Meal: Add mushrooms to the gravy for extra texture and flavor without extra cost. (Canned mushrooms work great!)
- Make It Ahead: This dish reheats beautifully! Double the recipe and freeze individual portions for easy future meals.
Final Thoughts
This easy hamburger steak with gravy is proof that frugal meals don’t have to be boring or bland. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can serve up a delicious, home-cooked meal that your family will love, all without breaking the bank. It’s comfort food at its finest, bringing back that old-fashioned charm of stretching a dollar while still eating well.
Give this recipe a try, and let me know in the comments how you liked it! What’s your favorite frugal comfort meal?
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Easy Hamburger Steak With Gravy
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef/chuck
- 1 pkg onion soup mix
- 1 pkg brown gravy mix
- 1 tbsp Worstcheshire sauce
- 1 md. onion optional
- 1-2 tbsp butter for the sautéed onion
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the lean ground beef and onion soup mix. Use your hands to combine everything without overmixing (overmixing can make the patties tough).Optional: Slice up an onion into rings and melt 1-2 Tbsp. of butter (med. to high heat) in a skillet. Add onions and cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until tender, stirring often to prevent burning.
- Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, slightly flattening them for even cooking.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the patties. Cook for about 4-5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Drain/remove any excess grease from the skillet.
- While the patties are cooking, make the gravy, according to the direction on the package. Add 1 Tbsp of Worstcheshire sauce to the gravy for an added punch of flavor.When it's done, pour the gravy over the patties and let them simmer for another 2-3 minutes so they soak up all that delicious flavor.
- Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles for a complete, comforting meal. If you sautéed the onions, serve on top of the patty or on the side.
