✨ Grandma’s Secret Recipe: Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy ✨
A hearty dish that never goes out of style—straight from Grandma’s kitchen!
If you grew up with the smell of sizzling beef patties and savory mushroom gravy wafting through the house, you know the kind of comfort we’re talking about. This classic Salisbury steak recipe is easy, deeply flavorful, and perfect for cozy family dinners. It’s nostalgic comfort food made with simple ingredients, but the rich gravy takes it to the next level!
🍽️ Ingredients
For the Steaks:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Mushroom Gravy:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
🔪 Instructions
- Make the Patties:
In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, ketchup, Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined—don’t overwork the meat! Shape into 4 oval patties. - Brown the Steaks:
Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium heat. Cook the patties for 3–4 minutes per side, until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside. - Cook the Veggies:
In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add sliced onions and mushrooms. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, until softened and golden. - Make the Gravy:
Sprinkle flour over the onion-mushroom mixture and stir for about 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the beef broth until smooth. Stir in ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened. - Finish the Dish:
Return the patties to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Cover and cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes, until the patties are cooked through and the gravy is rich and thick. - Serve & Enjoy:
Spoon the gravy over the steaks and serve hot with creamy mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles. Don’t forget a sprinkle of parsley for color!
🥄 Grandma’s Tip of the Day:
“Let the gravy do the talking!”
My grandma always doubled the gravy (smart move), because it wasn’t just for the steak — it was for the mashed potatoes, the rolls, even the sneaky spoonfuls at the end of dinner. Oh, and cast iron is a must if you want that perfect sear!
❤️ Perfect Pairings:
- Buttery mashed potatoes
- Steamed green beans
- Sweet corn or glazed carrots
- Buttermilk biscuits or dinner rolls
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories (approx.): 430 kcal per serving
💬 What’s your family’s comfort food go-to?
Drop it in the comments — I love hearing what recipes bring joy to your home!
