Ingredients
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For the Steak Patties:
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2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon ketchup
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or substitute)
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½ cup onion, finely diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large egg
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⅔ cup breadcrumbs
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
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1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
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1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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2 –3 tablespoons oil (for searing)
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For the Onion Gravy:
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3 tablespoons butter
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1 large onion, sliced
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional)
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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3 tablespoons flour
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2 ½ cups beef broth
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon soy sauce
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¾ teaspoon black pepper
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¾ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon sugar
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1/2–1 teaspoon browning sauce
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1 tablespoon butter, cold (for finishing)
Directions
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In a large bowl combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, Dijon mustard, diced onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
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2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon ketchup
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or substitute)
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½ cup onion, finely diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large egg
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⅔ cup breadcrumbs
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2 teaspoons kosher salt
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1 ½ teaspoons black pepper
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1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
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1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Mix gently until just combined.
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Form the mixture into 6 oval patties, pressing a slight indent into the center so they cook evenly.
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Heat oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat.
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2 –3 tablespoons oil (for searing)
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Sear the patties for 3–4 minutes per side until well browned. Work in batches if necessary. Remove the patties and set aside.
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In the same skillet add butter, sliced onions, and mushrooms.
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3 tablespoons butter
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1 large onion, sliced
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8 oz mushrooms, sliced (optional)
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Cook over medium heat for 8–10 minutes until the onions soften and begin to caramelize.
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Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
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3 tablespoons flour
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Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring to create a smooth gravy.
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2 ½ cups beef broth
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Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, black pepper, onion powder, sugar, and browning sauce.
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon soy sauce
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¾ teaspoon black pepper
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¾ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon sugar
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1/2–1 teaspoon browning sauce
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Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer.
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Return the patties to the skillet along with any juices.
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Spoon gravy over the patties, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes until the patties are fully cooked and tender.
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Right before serving stir in 1 tablespoon cold butter to finish the gravy and give it a glossy texture.
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1 tablespoon butter, cold (for finishing)
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Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.
