This is a quick, easy and economical dish to serve on a busy weeknight. To take advantage of the yummy gravy, serve it with mashed potatoes, rice or egg noodles, if desired.
Gravy:
2 cans 10.75 oz. condensed cream of mushroom soup (or favorite cream of soup)
1 ½ c. whole milk
1 ½ T. fresh parsley, chopped
Patties:
2 lb. ground beef
1 ½ c. saltine crackers, crushed
1 c. whole milk
½ t. Italian seasoning
½ t. garlic powder
½ t. onion powder
½ t. paprika
¼ t. cayenne
salt and pepper, to taste for the patties
1 c. flour, for dredging or as needed
salt and pepper, or to taste
2 T. butter
1 T. olive oil
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
Gravy:
In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup and milk; stir in chopped parsley; set aside.
Patties:
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, crackers, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic, onion powder, paprika and cayenne pepper; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Combine ingredients just until mixed; gently form into 8 patties.
Place flour in a shallow dish; season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge patties in the flour on both sides.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; melt butter; add olive oil. Once hot, sear patties on both sides until golden brown, working in batches. They will continue cooking in the oven.
Transfer browned patties to the prepared baking dish; pour the gravy evenly over the top of the patties; cover with aluminum foil.
Bake for 30-40 minutes or until cooked through.
8 servings.