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
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