Mashed Potatoes with Ground Beef Gravy Recipe
A comforting classic dish featuring creamy mashed potatoes paired with savory ground beef gravy, enriched with aromatic onions, garlic, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce. Optional peas and carrots add a hint of sweetness and color, making this meal perfect for hearty family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Mashed Potatoes
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Ground Beef 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
- 1 teaspoon thyme (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and quarter the potatoes, then place them in a large pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Add the milk and butter, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover with a lid to keep warm.
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the onions become soft and translucent.
- Make the Gravy Base: Sprinkle the flour over the beef and onions, stirring well to incorporate. Cook for about 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme if using, salt, and pepper. Let the gravy simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the frozen peas and carrots if desired, cooking until heated through.
- Serve: Spoon the mashed potatoes onto plates and generously ladle the ground beef gravy over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley if you like and serve hot.
Notes
- For creamier mashed potatoes, you can add more butter or substitute milk with cream.
- Adjust the broth quantity if you prefer a thinner or thicker gravy.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted for dried thyme if preferred.
- Peas and carrots can be replaced with other vegetables like corn or green beans.
- Leftover mashed potatoes and gravy can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Keywords: mashed potatoes, ground beef gravy, comfort food, easy dinner, stovetop recipe, peas and carrots
