Ground Beef and Gravy over Mashed Potatoes 🥩🥔

Ground Beef and Gravy over Mashed Potatoes 🥩🥔

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 lbs (900g) russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & cubed
• 4 tbsp (60g) butter
• ½ cup (120ml) warm milk (or cream for extra richness)
• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Beef & Gravy:

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1½ cups (360ml) beef broth (low-sodium preferred)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp soy sauce (optional, for depth)
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

(Optional: ½ cup sliced mushrooms or a splash of red wine for extra flavor!)

Instructions

1. Make the Mashed Potatoes:

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (~15 mins). Drain well.
2. Mash with butter, warm milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Cover and keep warm.

2. Cook the Beef & Gravy:

1. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add onion and garlic; cook 2-3 mins until softened.
3. Sprinkle flour over the beef and stir for 1 min to cook off the raw taste.
4. Slowly pour in beef broth, Worcestershire, soy sauce, thyme, and pepper. Stir well.
5. Simmer 5-7 mins, stirring occasionally, until gravy thickens. Taste and adjust salt.

3. Serve:

• Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto plates and top with the beef gravy.
• Garnish with fresh parsley.

Tips for the Best Dish

✔ Extra-rich gravy? Add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
✔ No lumps: Whisk the flour into the beef thoroughly before adding liquid.
✔ Make it veggie-packed: Stir in peas, carrots, or mushrooms.

Serving Ideas

• 🥖 Pair with crusty bread to soak up the gravy.
• 🥗 Add a simple green salad for balance.
• 🧀 Sprinkle with cheddar cheese for a cheesy twist.

This dish is pure comfort food—warm, savory, and satisfying! Let me know if you’d like a slow-cooker or gluten-free version. 😊

(Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth!)