Description
Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes recipe! Featuring savory ground beef in a rich, flavorful gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes, this hearty dish is quick, easy, and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Ground Beef and Gravy:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water.
- Add a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, and simmer until tender (20 minutes).
- Drain and mash with milk and butter. Season to taste, cover, and keep warm.
- Cook the Ground Beef and Gravy:
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat; drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic, cook until onion is translucent (5 minutes).
- Stir in flour and cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping skillet for browned bits.
- Simmer until thickened (5 minutes). Stir in peas and carrots, if using. Season to taste.
- Serve:
- Plate mashed potatoes and ladle beef gravy mixture on top. Serve hot.
Notes
- For cheesy mashed potatoes, mix in shredded cheddar.
- Add mushrooms to the gravy for a savory twist.
- Freeze gravy separately for long-term storage (up to 2 months).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
