Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes
Browned ground beef simmered in a smooth onion sauce and spooned over warm mashed potatoes.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Instant read thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 85 percent lean
- 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
- 3 tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 cup low sodium beef broth warmed
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 cup mashed potatoes warm, homemade or prepared
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- Brown. Cook the beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes until it reaches 160 degrees F, then pour off the excess fat.
- Build the base. Cook the onion for 3 to 4 minutes, then stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Make the sauce. Add the broth gradually while stirring, then season with Worcestershire, salt, and pepper and simmer 5 to 8 minutes until thick.
- Serve. Ladle over warm mashed potatoes and top with parsley.
Notes
Substitutions: Ground turkey or chicken can replace the beef and should reach 165 degrees F. Chicken broth works in place of beef broth.
Tips: Drain all but 2 tablespoons of fat and add the broth slowly for a smooth sauce.
Storage: Refrigerate the beef and potatoes separately for 3 to 4 days and reheat to 165 degrees F.