Smothered Hamburger Steak

Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, minced onion, beef base, and black pepper. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Tear the white bread into smaller pieces and add them to the bowl. Allow the bread to soak in the egg mixture for a few minutes until softened. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Add the ground beef to the bowl with the soaked bread and egg mixture. Gently mix everything together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Form the mixture into 8 equal-sized patties, about 1/2-inch thick. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. You may need to cook in batches. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 16 mins Fry the patties until they are nicely browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes per side. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C). Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside. (16 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Carefully drain any excess grease from the skillet, leaving behind a thin layer of flavorful drippings. (1 minute)

Recipe View 2 mins In the same skillet, whisk together the condensed cream of mushroom soup, water, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Return the cooked hamburger patties to the skillet, nestling them into the mushroom soup mixture. Spoon the sauce over the patties to coat them evenly. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 22 mins Bring the sauce to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded together beautifully. (22 minutes)