Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes!

Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

Introduction

This classic comfort dish is hearty, simple, and incredibly satisfying. Savory ground beef simmered in a rich brown gravy and served over creamy mashed potatoes makes the perfect cozy dinner. It’s budget-friendly, family-approved, and ready in under an hour — ideal for busy weeknights when you want something warm and filling.

Ingredients

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 4 large potatoes (about 2 lb / 900 g), peeled and cubed
• ½ cup (120 ml) milk, warmed
• 3 tablespoons (42 g / 1.5 oz) butter
• Salt (1 teaspoon / 5 g, or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon (1 g) black pepper

For the Ground Beef & Gravy

• 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons (16 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon (2 g) dried thyme (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon (14 g) butter or oil (if needed)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions