This Poor Man’s Steak is a beloved farmhouse classic—tender ground beef patties baked in a rich, creamy mushroom gravy with just four simple pantry ingredients. Inspired by Amish and Midwestern frugality, it delivers deep, satisfying flavor without fuss, cost, or hours at the stove.

It’s the kind of meal that fills your kitchen with warmth and your table with comfort—perfect for busy weeknights, tight budgets, or when you simply need a hug on a plate.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(9×13-inch glass baking dish)
2 lbs (900g) ground beef (80–85% lean)
1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk or water
1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix (like Lipton)

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