A classic Midwestern comfort food: a juicy hamburger patty served on toast and smothered in a savory brown gravy. This easy recipe brings the diner experience home.
10 min prep
20 min cook
4 servings
480 kcal/serving
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
4 slices white bread or hamburger buns
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Shape into 4 patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and melt. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and onion powder. Bring to a simmer, stirring until thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Place each patty on a slice of bread or bun. Spoon gravy generously over the patties and bread. Serve immediately.
Tips
For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire to the patties.
Serve with mashed potatoes or fries to soak up extra gravy.
Leftover gravy can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.