🥩 Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes
🕒 Total Time: ~30–35 minutes
Serves: 4
🧂 Ingredients:
For the Ground Beef and Gravy:
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
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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 preferred)
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1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: 1/2 tsp dried thyme or parsley for flavor
For the Mashed Potatoes:
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2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and cubed
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4 tbsp butter
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1/2 cup milk (add more for creamier potatoes)
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Salt and pepper to taste
🔪 Instructions:
1. Make the Mashed Potatoes:
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
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Add cubed potatoes and cook until fork-tender (12–15 minutes).
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Drain and return to pot.
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Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy. Cover to keep warm.
2. Cook the Ground Beef & Gravy:
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In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Break it apart as it cooks.
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Add chopped onion and cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in garlic and cook 1 more minute.
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Sprinkle flour over the meat and stir to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
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Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring, then add Worcestershire sauce and optional herbs.
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Simmer until thickened (about 5–7 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Assemble & Serve:
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Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates or into bowls.
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Top generously with beef and gravy.
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Garnish with parsley if desired.
🥄 Optional Add-Ins:
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Peas, carrots, or mushrooms: sauté and mix into the gravy
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Cream: Add a splash for a richer gravy
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Cheddar mash: Stir shredded cheese into the potatoes
Would you like a version with mushroom gravy, ground turkey, or made in one pot? I can customize it for you.