Salisbury Steak

So much of what I've learned about cooking was taught to me by Meme.  The secrets to making the best apple pie, the technique for making crepes, the golden rules; 1. always wear an apron 2. long hair should always be tied back, and 3. never measure over a bowl. 

I was so glad to have Mem around for the days leading up to my wedding.  Since she lives in Florida, it was a treat to be able to spend so much quality time together.  Of course, we made sure to include watching cooking shows, going blueberry picking and talking recipes.  

This recipe for Salisbury Steak is one of many that she shared with me.  Like a hug from the inside, this comfort food was the perfect fix after a day of snowy, slushy weather.  

1 can condensed golden mushroom soup 

1 1/2 lbs. ground beef or turkey

1/2 seasoned bread crumbs 

1 egg

1 chopped onion

1/3 cup water

Combine 1/4 cup of the soup with remaining ingredients except water.  Mix.  Shape into patties and place in a shallow baking dish.  Bake at 350 degrees for 3o minutes.  Spoon off fat.  Combine remainder of soup and the water.  pour over the patties.  Bake 10 minutes longer.  

Notes:  I didn't have seasoned bread crumbs on hand. So, I added a dash of parsley and thyme to the plain Panko bread crumbs that I had in the pantry.