Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes
A quintessential comfort food classic bringing families together with its hearty flavors and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Boil peeled and cut potatoes in cold water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain, mash with milk and butter, and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Heat vegetable oil, sauté onions and garlic until soft, add ground beef and brown for 6-8 minutes.
- Create the Gravy: Sprinkle flour over beef, add broth and Worcestershire sauce, simmer until thick, about 5 minutes.
- Serve the gravy over the mashed potatoes.
Notes
Consider adding sautéed mushrooms or peas for added nutrition. Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
