Ingredients
1 1/2 lb ground round steak
1/2 lb ground pork
1 egg
1/4 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
1 medium onion,finely chopped
1 season to taste
1 cup mushroom soup
1 cup milk or water
1 tsp kitchen bouquet, optional
1 for color
Directions
Combine meat,egg,bread crumbs,onion and seasoning.Shape into
patties.Preheat a skillet to 350 degrees.Place patties in skillet and
brown on each side.Mix mushroom soup,Kitchen Bouquet and milk
together.Pour over patties.Lower heat to 250 degrees. Cover and cook
about 20 minutes or until done.Serves 6 to 8.
Servings: 6 servings
Salisbury Steak With Mushroom Gravy Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Gravies; Meat; Mushroom; Vegetable
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