hearty salisbury steak

Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
Indianapolis, IN

Mmm, salisbury steak with mashed potatoes and gravy, just like Mom used to make. Comfort food at its finest! Found this in a back issue of Taste of Home Magazine and photo as well. Can't wait to try it!

yield 5 serving(s)
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For hearty salisbury steak

  • 1 md
    onion, finely chopped or sliced
  • ½ c
    crushed saltines (about 15 crackers)
  • ¼ c
    egg substitute
  • ½ tsp
    pepper
  • 1 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1 Tbsp
    canola oil
  • 2 c
    water
  • 1 pkg
    onion soup mix (one envelope)
  • 2 Tbsp
    all purpose flour

How To Make hearty salisbury steak

  • 1
    In a large bowl, combine onion, saltines, egg substitute and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into five patties.
  • 2
    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add patties; cook 3-4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove beef patties and keep warm; discard drippings.
  • 3
    Combine water, onion soup mix and flour; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Return patties to skillet. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5-7 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
  • 4
    To make gravy, reserve drippings from step #2. Place drippings in skillet, add 2-3 Tbsp. flour; stir until blended. Pour in 1 to 1½ cups water or milk, adding gradually and stirring with a wire whisk until thickened.
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