How to Make Poor Man's Steak (Stuffed Cheeseburger)

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be more economical.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and using seasoned water is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a cheaper option.

Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a bowl until combined.

Form the mixture into patties, about 1 inch thick.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add patties to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.

Remove patties and set aside; keep warm.

In the same skillet, melt butter and add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir to combine; cook for 1-2 minutes.

Slowly add beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps; bring to a simmer.

Return patties to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until cooked through.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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