Hamburger Steaks in Creamy Dill Sauce
Juicy beef patties smothered in a rich and flavorful creamy dill sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Patties
- 1 pound ground beef Use 80/20 blend for best results.
- 1 small onion, finely chopped Sautéing enhances flavor.
- 1 clove garlic, minced Add with onion for better taste.
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs For binding the patties.
- 1 egg Acts as a binder.
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For frying the patties.
For the Creamy Sauce
- 1 cup beef broth Scrape the browned bits for flavor.
- 1 cup heavy cream Makes the sauce rich and creamy.
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped Use fresh for best flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Adds depth to the sauce.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Enhances umami flavor.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into equal portions and form patties.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, chopped dill, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and let the sauce simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Return the patties to the skillet, coating them in the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
- Serve warm, smothered in the creamy dill sauce.
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Notes
For more flavor, consider experimenting with different types of mustard and herbs like parsley or thyme. If the sauce thickens too much while reheating, add a splash of beef broth or cream to loosen it up.