Here’s a cozy, budget-friendly, and super satisfying recipe for Ground Beef and Gravy — simple ingredients, hearty flavor, and ready in 30 minutes. Perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
🍽️ Ground Beef and Gravy
Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef (85–90% lean works best)
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups beef broth (low sodium if preferred)
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: 1 tbsp butter (for extra richness)
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Optional: ½ cup frozen peas or mushrooms for added veggies
🧑🍳 Instructions:
1. Brown the beef:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and onions together until beef is browned and onions are soft (about 7–8 minutes).
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Drain excess grease if needed.
2. Add garlic & flour:
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Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
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Sprinkle flour over the beef and stir well to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes (this helps thicken the gravy later).
3. Add liquids & seasoning:
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Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps.
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Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Optional: stir in butter for extra flavor.
4. Simmer:
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Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until gravy thickens to your liking.
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Stir occasionally. Add peas or mushrooms here if using.
5. Serve:
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Spoon over mashed potatoes, white rice, egg noodles, or biscuits.
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Top with fresh parsley or black pepper for garnish if desired.
📝 Tips:
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Want creamier gravy? Add ¼ cup of heavy cream or a spoonful of sour cream at the end.
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For a Southern-style twist, serve over grits or cornbread.
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Easily double the recipe for meal prep!