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Classic TV Dinner Recipe

American · Main course · 55 min total

A nostalgic, compartmentalized meal featuring Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green peas, and a brownie, perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup milk (for mashed potatoes)
• 2 cups frozen green peas
• 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients per package)
• 1 cup beef gravy (canned or homemade)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Prepare brownie batter according to package directions and pour into a greased 8x8 pan. Bake as directed, then let cool. Cut into 4 squares.
2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup milk, egg, salt, pepper, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well and shape into 4 oval patties.
3. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
4. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, then mash with butter and 1/4 cup milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cook frozen peas according to package directions (usually microwave or stovetop).
6. To assemble TV dinners, use 4 oven-safe compartmentalized plates or a baking sheet with dividers. Place one steak patty in each main compartment, spoon mashed potatoes and peas into their sections, and add a brownie square. Pour gravy over the steak.
7. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until heated through. Serve hot.

Tips

• For a crispier brownie, underbake slightly.
• Use leftover gravy or make from a packet for convenience.
• These can be assembled ahead and refrigerated; bake an extra 5 minutes if cold.

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