Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich Recipe

Taste the nostalgia! This legendary loose meat sandwich, inspired by Andy Griffith's Mayberry (Mount Airy, NC), is a flavor explosion. It's more than the sum of its parts – a juicy ground steak patty nestled between soft buns with creamy coleslaw and a thick tomato slice. Get ready for an authentic taste of North Carolina comfort food! This recipe captures the magic of the Blue Bird Diner, bringing a piece of Mayberry right to your kitchen.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 17 mins

Calories 363.7 kcal

Protein 53g

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Ingredients for Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich

1 lb ground beef
Flour
Water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Coleslaw for serving
1 large tomato, sliced
Hamburger buns for serving

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How to Make Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich

In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in 1/4 cup beef broth, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced slightly.
While the meat simmers, prepare your coleslaw (recipe below) and slice a large tomato.
Lightly toast your hamburger buns.
Assemble the sandwich: Spread a generous portion of coleslaw on the bottom bun, top with the ground beef mixture, a thick slice of tomato, and the top bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your taste of Mayberry!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

Fat

51g

Carbs

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Main Courses Lunch Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Ground Beef Recipes The Americas American Southern 30 Minutes Or Less

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Cuisine Preparation North American 5 Ingredients Or Less Very Low Carbs American Southern United States Easy Beginner Cook Dietary Low Carb Low In Something

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich?

Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich takes about 27 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich?

Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich has approximately 363.7 calories per serving, with about 53 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 39 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich?

The key ingredients for Andy Griffith Favorite Blue Bird Diner Ground Steak Sandwich are Ground Chuck, Flour, Water, Salt, Pepper, 1/2 cup chopped onion. See the full list with measurements above.