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Poor Man’s Steak” recipe
My Amish friend showed me this recipe for “poor man’s steak.” It is so good. How come I don’t feel guilty when I
eat it?
Imagine a dish that combines affordability with incredible taste. This is exactly what my Amish friend introduced
me to: the “poor man’s steak.”“This humble but satisfying recipe is a testament to the Amish tradition of
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transforming simple ingredients into culinary masterpieces. In this article, we explore this delicious dish, learn
how to make it, and delve into some fascinating FAQs that will enrich your understanding of why it’s so good.
Ingredients
To prepare this delicious dish you will need the following ingredients:
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/2 onion, chopped
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• 1 cup crumbled crackers
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 flour
• 1/2 Teaspoon garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons butter
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• Salt and pepper To taste
For the sauce
• 1-2 cans cream of mushroom soup
• 1.5 cups milk
These simple ingredients come together to create a dish that is special but ordinary.
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Instructions
Now let’s dive into the step-by-step instructions for making this Amish classic:
Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 350°F.Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine ground beef,
crumbled crackers, milk, chopped onions, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and garlic powder. Mix them well until
well combined.
Shape the Patties: Shape the mixture into oval or rectangular patties, similar to traditional steak shapes.
Coat with flour: Coat each burger with flour and shake off any excess flour.
Prepare the burgers: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat.Place the coated burgers in the pan
and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. This step enhances the color and flavor.
Place in a baking dish: Place the browned burgers in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
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Make the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk to make the sauce.
Pour the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the burgers in the baking dish.Baking: Cover the baking dish with
aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes. Then remove the lid and bake for another 10 minutes until the dish is
perfectly cooked.
Enjoy: Serve and enjoy the hearty, comforting flavors of this Amish classic. It’s a dish that combines simple
ingredients to create a delicious experience your whole family will love.