French Onion Salisbury Steak

Elevated comfort food with a rich, savory depth.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Category	Items
The Patties	1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 or 90/10), 1/4 cup Breadcrumbs, 1 Egg, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, Salt & Pepper to taste
The Onions	2 Large Yellow Onions (thinly sliced), 2 tbsp Butter, 1 tsp Sugar (optional, for browning)
The Gravy	2 cups Beef Broth, 1 tbsp Flour, 1 tsp Thyme (dried or fresh), 1/2 cup Gruyère or Swiss cheese (shredded)

Instructions

Sear the Beef: In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire. Form into 4 oval patties. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patties until browned (about 3 minutes per side). They don’t need to be cooked through yet. Remove and set aside.
Caramelize the Onions: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions (and sugar, if using). Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10–15 minutes until they are soft and deep golden brown.
Make the Gravy: Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the beef broth and add the thyme. Stir constantly until the liquid begins to thicken.
Simmer: Place the beef patties back into the gravy. Cover and simmer for 5–8 minutes until the beef is cooked through.
The Finish: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over each patty. Cover the pan for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and melted.

Notes & Tips

Don’t Rush the Onions: The “French Onion” flavor comes entirely from caramelization. If the onions start to burn, add a splash of water to the pan to scrape up the brown bits (fond).
Beef Quality: Since the beef is the star, try to use high-quality ground chuck.
Serving Suggestions: This is best served over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or with a thick slice of crusty sourdough to soak up the extra gravy.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

Estimates based on standard ingredients.

Calories: 410 kcal
Protein: 28g
Fat: 26g
Carbs: 14g
Fiber: 2g

The Benefit

This recipe is a powerhouse of high-quality protein and iron, which are essential for muscle repair and energy levels. Additionally, by making the gravy from scratch rather than using canned “cream of” soups, you significantly reduce the intake of artificial preservatives and excessive sodium found in processed versions.