This Poor Man’s Steak is a beloved farmhouse classic—tender ground beef patties baked in a rich, creamy mushroom gravy with just four simple pantry ingredients. Inspired by Amish and Midwestern frugality, it delivers deep, satisfying flavor without fuss, cost, or hours at the stove.
It’s the kind of meal that fills your kitchen with warmth and your table with comfort—perfect for busy weeknights, tight budgets, or when you simply need a hug on a plate.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🥩 Only 4 ingredients—pantry staples!
⏱️ 10 minutes prep, 35 minutes bake
💛 One baking dish = easy cleanup
💸 Costs under $7—feeds 4–6 generously
🌾 Naturally nut-free & gluten-free (use GF soup)
Ingredients You’ll Need
(9×13-inch glass baking dish)
2 lbs (900g) ground beef (80–85% lean)
1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk or water
1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix (like Lipton)
💡 Pro Tips:
Shape patties gently—don’t overwork the meat, or they’ll be tough.
Don’t pre-cook the beef—baking raw keeps them juicy and infuses flavor into the gravy.
Use a glass dish—it distributes heat evenly for consistent browning.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Tender, Saucy, Foolproof)
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