A hearty, comforting classic made easy in the slow cooker! These Salisbury steaks are tender beef patties smothered in rich gravy, served with a side of mashed potatoes or noodles. The perfect cozy dinner for busy days!
Servings & Timing:
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–6 hours (on LOW) or 2.5–3 hours (on HIGH)
- Total Time: 10 minutes prep + cook time
Ingredients List:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (formed into 4–6 patties)
- 1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (1-ounce) packet brown gravy mix
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions:
- Form Patties: Shape the ground beef into 4–6 oval patties, pressing slightly thinner in the center for even cooking. Season lightly with salt and pepper, if desired (optional).
- Make Gravy: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, brown gravy mix, and water until smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Slow Cooker: Lightly spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Spoon a thin layer of the gravy mixture onto the bottom.
- Layer Patties: Arrange the beef patties in a single layer (they can overlap a little). Pour the remaining gravy mixture over the patties, ensuring they are mostly covered.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or on HIGH for 2.5–3 hours, until the patties are cooked through and tender.
- Adjust Gravy: Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with plenty of gravy over each patty.
Additional Notes:
- Substitute Soup: For picky eaters, swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken or cream of onion.
- Add Onions: For extra flavor, add a sliced onion on top of the patties before adding the gravy.
- Mini Patties: Make smaller patties for a fun, kid-friendly version that cooks faster.
- Lean Version: Use lean ground beef or a mix of ground beef and ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Gravy Adjustments: If the gravy is too thick at the end, stir in a bit more water or beef broth.
- For Larger Crowds: Serve over mashed potatoes or noodles, and add a can of drained sliced mushrooms to the gravy for extra texture.
