Hamburger Steaks with Swiss Cheese, Mushrooms and Onions

 There's nothing more comforting than a good old fashioned hamburger steak for dinner. And I'm sure there are as many family recipes for them as there are people in this world. This is mine. Hope you enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 slices bread ( I used sour dough)

1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 
1/2 small white onion. minced 
 2 garlic cloves, minced

1 large egg, lightly beaten 

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon course ground pepper

Topping:

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 

1 (8-oz.) package sliced fresh mushrooms

1 medium-size sweet onion, sliced 

4 slices Swiss cheese 

 Directions:

Place bread slices into a food processor and pulse into breadcrumbs. Add breadcrumbs and all other ingredients in a mixing bowl. Using clean or gloved hands or a wooden spoon, mix ingredients together until well combined and form into 4 equal size patties.

Place hamburger steaks in a non stick pan (or use cooking spray) over medium high heat. Cook on each side until done to your liking  Remove patties from pan. Add oil to the hot pan and add in mushrooms and onions. Sauté until tender. Place patties on plates, add cheese and top with hot mushrooms and onions. Add your favorite garnish. I love sliced jalapenos. Imagine that : ) Enjoy!

Balsamic Mushroom and Onions

You can use just about any mushroom you desire with this recipe. From white button to Cremini to Shiitake. All have wonderful flavor and go well with balsamic vinegar. These mushrooms go perfect with beef or chicken and serve as a quick and easy topping or side to any dinner plate. I think they're delicious! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 8 ounce packages of  mushrooms, halved  (You can also mix two varieties of mushrooms)

1 medium onion, sliced

1/2 teaspoon. salt

1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (A splash more for a tangier taste)

Directions:

 In a frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onions, salt and  pepper and stir. Reduce heat to medium and continue cooking for about 5 minutes. Pour off liquid from pan and continue to cook until onions are tender. Add balsamic vinegar and stir to combine. Cook another 3 minutes and serve immediately.