Description
Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes is a heartwarming classic that brings comfort and nostalgia to any dinner table. Featuring fluffy, creamy mashed potatoes topped with savory ground beef smothered in rich gravy, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a customizable meal your family will love, allowing you to add spices or vegetables based on your preference. Get ready for a satisfying feast that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (about 2 lbs of russet potatoes)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain, mash with butter and cream until fluffy.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, add oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Cook Ground Beef: Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned (8-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Create Gravy: Stir in flour, then gradually pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Whisk until smooth and let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve generous portions of mashed potatoes topped with gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg