Description
A comforting, hearty dish featuring seasoned ground beef and savory gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Gravy:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the mashed potatoes. Place the peeled and quartered potatoes into a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour to thicken the mixture, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add the beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and thyme (if using). Let the gravy simmer until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- If desired, stir in the peas and carrots.
- Serve the savory ground beef gravy over the mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can add more vegetables like corn or green beans for additional flavor.
- If the gravy gets too thick, add more beef broth or a splash of water to reach your desired consistency.
- For a richer flavor, consider using beef stock instead of broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American