Description
A comforting and hearty meal featuring savory ground beef gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon thyme (optional)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt and pepper to taste (for potatoes)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Cook until they are tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add milk and butter to the potatoes, mashing until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and set aside to keep warm.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent.
- Sprinkle the flour over the beef mixture, stirring to combine. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Gradually stir in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, thyme (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and let the gravy thicken for about 5 minutes. Stir in frozen peas and carrots if using, and cook until heated through.
- Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates or bowls and top with the ground beef gravy. Serve hot.
Notes
- For creamier mashed potatoes, use heavy cream instead of milk.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner version.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
