The Best Homestyle Salisbury Steak (Just Like Mama Made)

Some recipes are more than just food. They’re memories that linger long after the dishes are cleared. This Homestyle Salisbury Steak recipe is pure comfort food, filled with rich flavor and the same cozy goodness I remember from my childhood.

When I was little, I could always tell when Mama was making it. The smell of onions and gravy would fill the whole house, and I’d always come running to the kitchen. I never knew where she got her recipe, but I remember watching her tear open those little Lipton onion soup packets. Somehow, she made even the simplest meals feel special.

Years later, after she passed, I found myself craving that same taste of home. I didn’t have her recipe, but I did have the memory. So I started experimenting, trying to replicate her Homestyle Salisbury Steak recipe until I got it just right. The first time I tasted it, I knew I’d found it again, that familiar flavor that instantly brings her back to me.

Now it’s a favorite of my daughter and granddaughter too, and that means more to me than words can say. Every time I make it, it feels like Mama is right here with us at the table.

Why You’ll Love This Salisbury Steak

• Classic comfort food that’s hearty and satisfying
• This Homestyle Salisbury Steak is simple to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
• Full of rich, savory flavor thanks to the Lipton Onion Soup Mix
• Family favorite that’s been passed down through generations
• Pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes and green beans

Ingredients & Tips

This recipe keeps things simple with easy-to-find ingredients and the convenience of Lipton mixes. That’s part of what makes it perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredient Tips:

• Using Lipton Onion Soup Mix gives the patties that nostalgic flavor, but you can also use a homemade version if you prefer.
• Don’t overmix your meat when forming patties. Keeping them slightly loose helps them stay tender.
• Browning the patties before adding them to the gravy helps seal in flavor and keeps them from falling apart.

Cooking Process

1. Mix & Shape: Combine the ground beef, Lipton Onion Soup Mix, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Shape into 8–9 patties.

Brown the Patties: Sear both sides in a large skillet until browned and cooked through.

Make the Gravy: In a large pot, whisk together Lipton Beef Gravy packets, flour, and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.

Simmer Together: Add the cooked patties into the gravy pot and let everything simmer for 20 minutes.

Serve & Enjoy: Plate it up with mashed potatoes, green beans, and rolls for the perfect Southern comfort meal.

Angela Ramsey

Homestyle Salisbury Steak (Just Like Mama Made)

Tender beef patties simmered in savory onion gravy make this Homestyle Salisbury Steak a comforting family favorite that’s easy enough for weeknights and special enough for Sunday dinner.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Servings: 8 Servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Southern

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 envelopes Lipton Onion Soup Mix 1 box
• 1½ – 2 lbs ground beef
• ½ cup dry bread crumbs
• 1 whole egg
• ¼ tsp salt
• ⅛ tsp black pepper
• 4 envelopes Lipton Beef Gravy 2 boxes
• ½ cup flour
• 8 cups water

Equipment

• 1 Large mixing bowl
• 1 Large skillet
• 1 Large pot
• 1 Whisk
• 1 Spatula

Method

 

1. In a large bowl, mix together both envelopes of Lipton Onion Soup Mix with the ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Shape into about 8–9 patties.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the patties until browned on both sides and cooked through. Drain off any excess fat.
3. In a large pot, whisk together the Lipton Beef Gravy packets, flour, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
4. Add the cooked hamburger patties to the pot of gravy. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally so the gravy doesn’t stick.
5. Serve warm with mashed potatoes, green beans, or soft dinner rolls for a true Southern comfort meal.

Notes

• This recipe makes 8–9 patties.
• If you prefer to make it from scratch, you can substitute homemade onion soup mix and brown gravy. There are many easy copycat versions online.
• Leftovers reheat beautifully in the gravy. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• For a complete meal, serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, and warm rolls.

More Ways to Enjoy This Dish

If you have leftovers, this Salisbury steak tastes even better the next day as the flavors soak deeper into the gravy. Try slicing a patty in half and serving it on a toasted roll for a quick hot sandwich lunch, or spooning the gravy over buttered egg noodles for an easy second meal. You can also freeze cooked patties with the gravy for up to two months, then reheat gently on the stove for a homemade dinner on busy nights.

However you serve it, this meal always feels like home. It is simple, satisfying, and made with love. I hope your family enjoys this Homestyle Salisbury Steak as much as mine does.

Make it From Scratch

If you want to skip the packaged mixes, you can make your own. There are plenty of great copycat Lipton Onion Soup Mix recipes online using simple pantry spices. The homemade version gives you the same cozy flavor with a little extra from-scratch touch.

Serving Ideas & Related Recipes

This meal is pure comfort served alongside mashed potatoes and green beans. You can also spoon the gravy over buttered noodles for something a little different.

If you love hearty, cozy dinners like this one, check out my Broccoli Cheddar Soup next. It’s creamy, comforting, and perfect for chilly evenings.