This Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes is the ultimate cozy comfort food. Tender ground beef is simmered in a rich, savory gravy and served over creamy mashed potatoes for an easy, hearty dinner the whole family will love
Ingredients
For the Ground Beef and Gravy:
- 1 lb. Lean ground beef
- 1 Small yellow onion diced
- 2 Cloves of minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp. All-purpose flour
- 2 C. Beef broth
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp. Onion powder
- ½ tsp. Garlic powder
- ½ tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Black pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 lbs. Yukon gold or russet potatoes
- 4 Tbsp. Butter softened to room temperature
- ½ C. Warmed milk
- ½ tsp. Salt or to taste
Instructions
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Peel and cube the potatoes.
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Place the potatoes into a large pot, and cover fully with water.
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Bring the potatoes to a boil, and then remove the lid to allow them to cook at a rolling boil until fork tender.
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Drain the water from the mashed potatoes, and add in the butter, milk and salt. Mash the potatoes until they are creamy, fluffy and free of lumps.
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While the potatoes are cooking, add the ground beef and onions to a skillet over medium heat.
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Saute and stir until the beef is completely browned and the onions are tender.
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Stir in the garlic, and saute for 30 seconds.
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Mix in the flour, and cook stirring often until for at least one minute.
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Pour in the beef broth, and whisk continuously until the flour is well incorporated.
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Add in the worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder and salt and pepper.
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Continue to simmer the gravy until it thickens and comes to your desired consistency.
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Serve the beef and gravy ladled over a healthy serving of the fluffy mashed potatoes.
