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Homemade Salisbury Steak is an easy comfort food dinner! Made with homemade ground beef steaks and covered in the best mushroom gravy, this is a hearty meal the whole family will love.
Ground beef is one of my favorite proteins to have on hand – it’s budget-friendly, defrosts quickly and there’s so many different things to make with it. Meatballs, meatloaf, spaghetti sauce, lasagna, tacos… And Salisbury Steak!
What used to be a popular TV dinner is now an easy comfort food dinner made from scratch: Homemade ground beef steaks and covered in the best mushroom gravy, so good.
My kids call these “mini meatloaves”, and they are a dinner staple around here. Especially during winter, and we LOVE them withmashed potatoes, egg noodles or even rice – it’s such a versatile meal!
Ingredients you’ll need
Here is a visual overview of the ingredients in the recipe. Scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities!
Ingredient notes
- Meat:Traditionally, it’s an all-beef recipe. But if you want to change it up, you can also use a mix of pork and beef. Or even ground turkey, if you want.
- Broth: Beef works best here, but you can use chicken broth with an extra dash of Worcestershire sauce if you don’t have beef on hand.
- Green pepper: Finely diced green pepper is a traditional ingredient in Salisbury steak, but you can replace it with a finely diced celery stick or 1 finely diced onion if you really don’t like the taste of green pepper.
- Mushrooms: Not a fan? Just leave them out! Alternatively, make the onion gravy from my bangers and mash!
Step by step photos
Make the patties
Make the gravy
Recipe tips
- Shaping the patties: Make firm patties to keep them from falling apart in the gravy. I always make a shallow indentation in the middle with my thumb to help them keep their shape during cooking.
- Oven instructions:20-30 minutes, covered, in the oven at 350°F will cook your steaks, too.
- Internal temperature:Remember, however you cook your steaks, make sure they reach in internal temperature of 160°F to be safe! See also Safe Minimum Cooking Temperatures Chart on the government’s food safety website.
Make ahead instructions
I like to buy lean ground beef on sale and make a bunch of meatloaves, meatballs and Salisbury steak patties for the freezer. So handy!
To freeze the uncooked patties
Place them on a lined baking sheet in a single layer, cover with foil and and freeze until firm (about 2 hours). Then transfer to labelled freezer bags or freezer friendly containers for up to 3 months.Defrost in the fridge overnight, then proceed with the recipe as directed.
To freeze the cooked patties
Freeze the cooked patties in gravy. Defrost in the fridge overnight and then reheat in a pan OR in the oven until piping hot all the way through.
Salisbury steak FAQs
Why is it called Salisbury steak?
I asked myself for the longest time, and decided to finally look it up. Apparently it’s named after physicianJames H. Salisbury, who seems to have been one of the first low carb diet promoters.
Yes, he invented ground beef steaks in gravy as a means to control health issues.Seriously.
What is the difference between Salisbury steak and hamburger steak?
Simply that Salisbury steak usually has chopped onions and green peppers added to the meat.
Now all that’s left to figure out is why on earth it has become so popular. Probably because it tastes amazing – although I would never have it without a side of carbs ?
Serving suggestions
My family loves their Salisbury steak over mashed potatoes with a side of sautéed green beans.
The steaks are also delicious with wide egg noodles or rice, and I do also enjoy a side salad with either my honey mustard dressing or my homemade ranch dressing.
More comfort food classics
- Homemade Shepherd’s Pie
- Instant Pot Sour Cream Pork Chops
- Easy Swedish Meatballs
- Easy Beef Stroganoff
Check out my collection of easy dinner recipes with ground beef for more ideas!
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Homemade Salisbury Steak
Homemade Salisbury Steak is an easy comfort food dinner! Made with homemade ground beef steaks and covered in the best mushroom gravy, this is a hearty meal the whole family will love.
Recipe by Nora from Savory Nothings
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Recipe details
Prep 20 minutes mins
Cook 30 minutes mins
Total 50 minutes mins
Servings 4 servings
Difficulty Easy
Equipment
Ingredients
For the steaks
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 green pepper finely chopped
- ¼ cup bread crumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon oil
For the gravy
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 ½ cups beef stock
- 1 teaspoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon dried onion powder
- ½ pound brown button mushrooms sliced
Instructions
Make the beef patties
Combine beef mixture:
Place all ingredients for the steaks (EXCEPT for the oil) in a large bowl and mix well (I use an electric mixer with the hook attachment because it's way less messy).
Shape patties:
Shape beef mixture into 4-6 firm patties. I make a shallow indentation in the middle to help them keep their shape during cooking.
Brown patties:
Heat the oil in a large skillet and brown the steaks from both sides, 3-5 minutes each. Remove to a plate.
Cook the gravy
Make roux:
In the same skillet (DON'T wipe it!), melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook until starting to brown – do not let it get too dark, or it will be bitter. Pour in the stock, stirring very well.
Season gravy:
Season gravy with ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and onion powder, then add the mushrooms, bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
Finish cooking the steaks:
Place the steaks in the gravy and cook, covered for 10-15 minutes or until cooked through.
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Notes
Recipe tips
Meat:Traditionally, it’s an all-beef recipe. But if you want to change it up, you can also use a mix of pork and beef. Or even ground turkey, if you want.
Oven instructions:30 minutes, covered, in the oven will cook your steaks, too.
Internal temperature: Remember, however you cook your steaks, make sure they reach in internal temperature of 160°F to be safe!
Make Ahead Instructions:
I like to buy lean ground beef on sale and make a bunch of meatloaves, meatballs and Salisbury steak patties for the freezer. So handy!
Freeze uncooked
Place them on a lined baking sheet in a single layer, cover with foil and and freeze until firm (about 2 hours). Then transfer to labelled freezer bags or freezer friendly containers for up to 3 months.
Defrost in the fridge overnight, then proceed with the recipe as directed.
Freeze cooked
Freeze the cooked patties in gravy. Defrost in the fridge overnight and then reheat in a pan OR in the oven until piping hot all the way through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 306kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 831mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 355IUVitamin C: 25.1mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 4.1mg
Nutrition is an estimate.
More recipe information
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
I first shared this recipe on 12/05/2018. I updated it on 06/05/2020 to make it better for you.
About Nora
When I got married to my professional chef husband, I realized I had to step up my game in the kitchen. Now I share my favorite foolproof family recipes here on Savory Nothings: Chef-approved, kid-vetted and easy enough for everyday home cooks like you and me! Learn more.
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Holly says
This was delicious!! My husband loves mushrooms, I hate them so I made this out of love for him. I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this dish (even though I picked the mushroom’s out.) The flavor was amazing in both the patties and the gravy. My husband raved about it. I followed the recipe exactly as written.Reply
Tom Sellers says
Made this last night. Wife and granddaughter thought it was excellent! I left out the green pepper because I forgot it at the store but still was a wonderful main disk along with mashed potatoes and green beans.Reply
ALEX says
Verry GoodReply
Barbara says
Made this for dinner tonight. It is outstanding. Tons of compliments from the family. Next I will double the gravy. That was the only feedback I got from my family.
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Rose says
I love this recipe very tasty ty
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Nora says
I’m so glad to hear it, Rose!
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Robin says
Love this recipe.. not a fan of green peppers, so I dont use them.. 5 starsReply
Nora says
Glad you liked it, Robin!
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Deanna says
Who knew i was making Salisbury Steak all these years, it simply went by Hamburger Steak at my house with the exception of no green peppers i add chopped onions instead. Now i know the difference, loved this version. Made it with your sauteed green beans. Love loved it
thanksReply
Deanna says
oups! Forgot the starsReply
Missy F says
So happy to have come across this recipe. I take a meal to a homeless shelter once a month and quadrupled this recipe. They get a lot of pasta and rice dishes because those meals can be stretched so I’m always looking for the high protein recipes for my turn. This was a big hit! I cooked as instructed then placed in my crock pot to keep warm while I transported and served with funeral potatoes. YUMMY.Reply
Nora says
That’s so kind of you, Missy! I’m incredibly glad the meal was such a hit.
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Marci says
Just made this. I didn’t want it to taste like meatloaf so I omitted the green peppers, ketchup and mustard. Also added wine to the gravy. It was delicious!
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Nora says
I’m glad, Marci!
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Laura says
This is by far our favorite Salisbury steak recipe ever. I will say this though, I only put 1/2 green pepper for my picky eaters who have aversions to anything green (pre-teen and toddler). I found a whole one was way too noticable. Thank you so much for sharing this masterpiece :)!Reply
Nora says
I’m so glad, Laura! And yes, I feel you about the picky eaters… Our 5 year old specializes in finding onions 😀
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Bran says
Been debating whether to make this or not for a while. Sooo glad I did… it is so good, everyone loved it!!! Thank you 🙂Reply
Nora says
I’m very glad to hear this, Bran!
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Carole Tryon says
Easy. Inexpensive. Yummy! Definitely a keeper!Reply
Nora says
I’m so glad, Carole!
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Michael says
I’m single and the idea prep and freeze makes for a simple life thanks for sharing will continue too follow
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Nora says
I’m glad to hear it, Michael!
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Sandy says
Hi Michael, Just thinking (if you can) eat one freeze one! Just a thought.
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Yvonne bonaroti says
What percentage of beef to fat- 80/20
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Nora says
Yvonne, it really depends on your preference and what your grocery budget is like. I personally prefer 90/10 here because the sauce keeps the patties moist. When I use 80/20 beef, I do drain away at least some of the fat after browning. I don’t like a greasy sauce, so that’s why I drain.
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Gail Hill says
Love love love this recipe! Easy and so good!Reply
Nora says
I’m so glad, Gail!
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Tara Kilroy says
Made it…my family loved it….making it again!Reply
Nora says
I’m so glad, Tara!
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Cheryl Brotherton says
Absolutely Delicious, added 1 pkg of instant gravy, doubled gravy!! Winner Dinner
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Nora says
That sounds delicious, Cheryl!
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Tim says
This meal is great.
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Nora says
I’m so glad, Tim!
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Vince says
I’m making this for the second time tonight!! Love it!!Reply
Nora says
I’m so glad, Vince!
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Jennifer Taylor says
Love this! It’s one of my family’s favorites!!Reply
Anna says
GreatReply
Nora says
I’m so glad, Anna!
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