For the Base:
12 oz wide egg noodles, cooked al dente
OR 4 cups mashed potatoes or sliced potatoes
💡 Pro Tip: Use freshly grated onion in the patties—it keeps them tender and flavorful.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Base
Cook egg noodles according to package; drain and spread in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
(Alternatively, layer with mashed potatoes or parboiled potato slices.)
2. Make the Patties
In a bowl, combine ground beef, crackers, egg, milk, grated onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Mix gently—don’t overwork!
Form into 6–8 oval patties (like mini meatloaves).
3. Brown the Patties (Optional but Recommended)
Heat a skillet over medium heat; brown patties 2–3 minutes per side.
Skip this step if short on time—they’ll cook through in the oven.
4. Make the Gravy
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add sliced onions and mushrooms; cook 5–7 mins until soft.
Add garlic; cook 1 minute.
Sprinkle flour; stir 1 minute to make a roux.
Gradually whisk in beef broth, Worcestershire, and thyme. Simmer 3–5 mins until thickened. Season to taste.
