Salisbury Steaks with French Onion Gravy Recipe

Name: Salisbury Steaks with French Onion Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: EVOO for liberal drizzling; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 large onions, sliced; Salt and coarse black pepper; Ground thyme; 1 bay leaf; 2 pieces stale white bread, crust trimmed; Milk or half-n-half; About 1 2/3 pounds ground sirloin; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce; 3 tablespoons grated onion; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 cup beef stock; Watercress, for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

EVOO for liberal drizzling
2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, sliced
Salt and coarse black pepper
Ground thyme
1 bay leaf
2 pieces stale white bread, crust trimmed
Milk or half-n-half
About 1 2/3 pounds ground sirloin
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons grated onion
2 tablespoons flour
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup beef stock
Watercress, for garnish, optional

1
Place a drizzle of EVOO in a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter into the oil.
2
Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, a little ground thyme and add the bay.
3
Caramelize the onions until very soft and sweet and light golden in color, 20 to 25 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, soak the bread in milk or half-n-half.
5
Place the meat in a bowl and add the egg.
6
Squeeze out the bread and crumble into crumbs as you add to the bowl.
7
Add the Worcestershire and grated onion to the beef.
8
Sprinkle with salt and pepper and combine.
9
Form into 4 (1-inch thick) oval loaves.
10
Heat a drizzle of EVOO in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
11
Add the loaves and cook until cooked through, about 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
12
Transfer the meat to a plate.
13
Sprinkle the flour over the caramelized onions, stir 1 minute.
14
Deglaze the pan you cooked the meat in with the wine and pour into the onions.
15
Add the beef stock and thicken a moment.
16
Serve the gravy over the Salisbury steaks.
17
Garnish with a little watercress, if desired.

153

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: EVOO for liberal drizzling, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 large onions, sliced, Salt and coarse black pepper, and more.

Yes, Salisbury Steaks with French Onion Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Salisbury Steaks with French Onion Gravy

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