Description
This hearty Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes recipe combines flavorful browned beef and savory onion gravy served atop creamy, buttery mashed potatoes. It’s a comforting and straightforward meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual family gatherings.
Ingredients
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Beef and Gravy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet brown gravy mix
- 2 cups water
Mashed Potatoes
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté onion and garlic: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef, cooking until the onion is softened and translucent, releasing aromatic flavors.
- Make the gravy: Prepare the brown gravy mix by combining it with 2 cups of water according to package directions, then pour the resulting gravy over the beef and onion mixture in the skillet.
- Simmer for thickness: Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens and coats the beef nicely.
- Cook and mash the potatoes: While the gravy simmers, boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes, then drain. Mash the potatoes with 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup milk, and season with salt and pepper to taste for a creamy consistency.
- Serve: Plate a generous scoop of mashed potatoes and spoon the savory ground beef and gravy mixture over the top. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute milk with cream or a dairy-free alternative for creamier mashed potatoes.
- Add herbs like parsley or thyme to the gravy for extra flavor.
- For a thicker gravy, use slightly less water when preparing the gravy mix.
- Use russet potatoes for fluffier mashed potatoes.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated well the next day.
