Hallelujah Hamburger Steak

Step 1 -In a large bowl, add the beef, the egg, the breadcrumbs, the garlic powder, the onion powder, the paprika, the salt, and the pepper and stir gently to combine.

Step 2 -Divide the beef mixture into 4 portions and then flatten each into a 1/2-inch-thick oval patty.

Step 3 -In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil.

Step 4 -Add the patties to the hot oil and cook until browned and the meat reaches an internal temperature of at least 160 degrees F, about 6-8 minutes per side.

Step 5 -Transfer the patties from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 6 -In the same pan, melt the butter.

Step 7 -Add the mushrooms and the onions to the melted butter and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 8 -Add the flour to the vegetable mixture and cook, while tossing to coat, until the raw flour smell disappears, about 1 minute.

Step 9 -Gradually add the broth to the vegetable mixture, while whisking.

Step 10 -Add the Worcestershire sauce and 1 teaspoon of the thyme to the sauce mixture and stir to combine.

Step 11 -Bring the sauce to a boil.

Step 12 -Reduce the heat to a simmer and allow the sauce to thicken, about 5 minutes.

Step 13 -Taste the sauce and season it with the salt and the pepper, as needed.

Step 14 -Transfer the patties to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top of them.

Step 15 -Allow the patties to warm through, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 16 -Serve garnished with the extra thyme sprigs.