Do not disregard the allure of the "Amish Wedding Steak." Despite its economical nature, its flavor is equal to that of any celebratory feast.
Ingredients:
2 pounds ground beef
1 finely diced onion
1 can mushrooms (or fresh)
2 cups crushed soda crackers
2 cups milk
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can of water (using the soup can)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Mix together the ground beef, crushed soda crackers, milk, diced onion, and seasonings. Press the mixture into a square pan and refrigerate overnight.
Cut the refrigerated mixture into squares the following day. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Coat the meat squares with flour and brown them in butter.
Transfer the browned squares to a baking dish and cover them with a mixture of mushroom soup, water, and mushrooms.
Bake for 90 minutes.
Savor the decadent flavors and cultural significance encapsulated in the Amish Wedding Steak—an offering that imparts a sense of comfort and community to any gathering.