Description
A classic comfort food dish featuring savory ground beef smothered in rich, homemade gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty meal delivers nostalgic flavors with a foolproof cooking method perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of Ground beef (I recommend using lean ground beef to keep it healthier.)
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (for sautéing)
- 1/2 cup Onion, finely chopped (yellow onion works beautifully)
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced (fresh garlic adds a wonderful aroma)
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (helps thicken the gravy)
- 2 cups Beef broth (homemade if you can, but store-bought is fine too)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (adds depth to the flavor)
- Salt and pepper, to taste (don’t be shy!)
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 large Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks (Yukon Gold or Russet are great choices)
- 1/4 cup Milk (adjust for creaminess; I often splurge with heavy cream)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (use room temperature for easier mixing)
Instructions
Cook Potatoes: Boil potatoes in salted water 15-20 mins until tender. Drain well.,Mash: Add warm milk, butter, sour cream, and seasonings. Mash until smooth. Cover to keep warm.,Brown Beef: In large skillet over medium-high, cook beef with onion until no pink remains (5-6 mins). Drain excess fat, leaving 2 tbsp in skillet.,Make Roux: Sprinkle flour over beef. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.,Create Gravy: Gradually whisk in broth, Worcestershire, and spices. Simmer 3-5 mins until thickened.,Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add salt/pepper as needed.,Serve: Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates, top with beef gravy. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Gravy Tip: For smoother gravy, strain after cooking,Make Ahead: Both components reheat well with splash of milk,Vegetable Boost: Add sautéed mushrooms to gravy,Comfort Upgrade: Use beef drippings instead of butter in potatoes,Storage: Keeps refrigerated 3 days (reheat gently)
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup potatoes + ¾ cup beef
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
