French Onion Salisbury Steak

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French Onion Salisbury Steak 🧅🥩🧀
This French Onion Salisbury Steak is pure comfort on a plate — juicy beef patties simmered in a rich caramelized onion gravy and topped with melty cheese. It’s cozy, hearty, and bursting with deep, savory flavor — the kind of meal that makes any night feel special.

Ingredients

For the Steaks:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Onion Gravy:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices provolone or Swiss cheese

Instructions

In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until just combined. Shape into 4 oval patties.

In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat and sear the patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, until browned. Remove and set aside.

In the same skillet, melt butter and add the sliced onions. Sprinkle with sugar and cook slowly over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring often until golden and caramelized. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Simmer until thickened.

Return the patties to the pan and spoon gravy over them. Cover and simmer for 10–12 minutes, or until the patties are cooked through. Place a slice of cheese over each patty, cover again for 1–2 minutes until melted and bubbly.

Tips for Success

  • For extra tenderness, mix the beef gently — overmixing can make the patties dense.
  • Use Gruyère or provolone for authentic French onion flavor.
  • If the gravy is too thick, add a splash of broth or water.

Serving Ideas

Serve over creamy mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or rice to soak up every drop of that savory onion gravy. Add a side of roasted green beans or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: ~480 kcal | Protein: 34g | Carbs: 14g | Fat: 32g

Conclusion

The French Onion Salisbury Steak transforms a humble dinner into a restaurant-worthy comfort dish. Juicy, flavorful, and smothered in rich onion gravy with melted cheese, it’s the ultimate cozy meal that’ll have everyone coming back for seconds.

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