Print

Cozy Salisbury Steak Recipe with Easy Rich Brown Gravy and Classic Sides

Salisbury steak recipe - featured image
Print Recipe

A comforting Salisbury steak recipe featuring tender patties blended with cottage cheese for moisture, smothered in rich brown gravy, and served with creamy mashed potatoes and buttery green beans. Perfect for cozy dinners and quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 1/2 cup small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for gravy)
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (for gravy)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and halved
  • 1/2 cup milk or cream
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter (for mashed potatoes)
  • 12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (for green beans)
  • Salt and pepper (for sides)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, cottage cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into an oval patty about 1/2-inch thick. Place on a plate or tray.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook 4-5 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 2 tbsp butter. Sprinkle in flour and whisk constantly to form a roux. Cook 1-2 minutes until golden.
  5. Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce if using. Bring to a simmer and let thicken, stirring often. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Return patties to the skillet, nestling them into the gravy. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until cooked through and tender.
  7. While patties simmer, boil peeled and halved potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash with milk or cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Steam green beans in a saucepan for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and toss with butter, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  9. Serve Salisbury steaks smothered in brown gravy alongside mashed potatoes and garlic butter green beans. Spoon extra gravy over potatoes.

Notes

Do not overmix the meat to keep patties tender. Brown patties well for flavor. Make a proper roux for gravy to avoid raw flour taste. Simmer patties gently in gravy to keep moist. If gravy is too thick, whisk in broth or water; if too thin, simmer longer. Patties can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Keywords: Salisbury steak, comfort food, brown gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, easy dinner, cozy meal, ground beef recipe

Find it online: https://sparklechew.com/cozy-salisbury-steak-recipe-with-easy-rich-brown-gravy-and-classic-sides/