Description
Hearty Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes brings comfort straight from Midwestern kitchens, combining rich seasoned beef with creamy potato perfection. Savory meat nestled atop fluffy potatoes invites you to enjoy a classic home-style meal that warms both heart and hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1 cup (150 grams) frozen peas and carrots (optional)
Gravy and Seasonings:
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) beef broth
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) thyme
- Salt and pepper (as needed)
Mashed Potato Components:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) potatoes
- ¼ cup (57 grams) butter
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) milk
Instructions
- Wash and peel potatoes, then quarter them into roughly equal-sized chunks to ensure uniform cooking. Place the potato pieces in a large pot and cover completely with cold water, ensuring at least 1 inch (2.54 centimeters) of water above the potatoes.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes until they can be easily pierced with a fork without resistance.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander, then return them to the original pot. Add unsalted butter and whole milk, mashing with a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add ground beef. Break the meat into small crumbles using a wooden spatula, cooking until no pink remains and the beef is evenly browned.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet, leaving approximately for flavor. Add finely diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle all-purpose flour evenly over the meat mixture, stirring continuously to coat and prevent clumping. Cook for 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour beef broth into the skillet, stirring constantly to create a smooth gravy. Add Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, then reduce heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- Optional: Stir in frozen peas and carrots, allowing them to heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Plate the creamy mashed potatoes and top generously with the savory beef gravy. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
Notes
- Hearty home-cooking requires patience and love while preparing each layer of this comforting meal.
- Ground beef transforms into a rich, savory gravy that perfectly complements creamy mashed potatoes.
- Frozen vegetables add bright color and extra nutrition to this classic family-friendly dinner.
- Worcestershire sauce creates depth and complexity in the meat sauce, elevating simple ingredients.
- Proper seasoning and careful stirring ensure a smooth, lump-free gravy that clings beautifully to tender ground beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg