Amish hamburger steak bake

Here’s a comforting Amish Hamburger Steak Bake recipe — hearty, cheesy, and perfect for family dinners. 🍔🧀

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🥘 Ingredients (serves 6–8)

For the Meat:

• 1.5 lbs (680g) ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Other Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked pasta (elbow macaroni, rotini, or similar)

• 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup (or cream of beef for richer flavor)

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)

• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)

• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or parsley

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🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven:

   • 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the meat:

   • In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until softened.

   • Add ground beef, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until browned, breaking up into small pieces. Drain excess fat.

3. Mix the sauce:

   • In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and half the shredded cheese. Stir until smooth.

4. Assemble the bake:

   • In the greased baking dish, layer cooked pasta and cooked beef mixture.

   • Pour the soup-cheese mixture evenly over the top.

   • Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top.

5. Bake:

   • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

   • Remove foil and bake an additional 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with parsley or thyme if desired. Serve hot with a side salad or steamed vegetables.

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✅ Tips:

• You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.

• Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.

• For a crispier top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

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I can also give you a slow-cooker version that cooks everything together for an easy dump-and-go meal. Do you want that version?