Description
A comforting and hearty dish, Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes is a classic favorite that brings together savory ground beef in a rich gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef and Gravy:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mashed Potatoes:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess grease.
- Add Flour and Broth: Sprinkle flour over the beef and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute. Slowly pour in beef broth while stirring.
- Season and Simmer: Add Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve beef and gravy over mashed potatoes. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- For added richness, mix in butter or cream into the gravy before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
