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C. Motter Cindy

Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

A comforting and budget-friendly dinner featuring tender ground beef, rich gravy, and creamy mashed potatoes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 blend
  • 2 lb Russet Potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 pinch Paprika

Equipment

  • Large skillet,
  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Potatoes
  1. Place cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
Brown the Beef
  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Break it apart with a spatula. Cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Add the diced onions and cook until translucent.
Sauté Aromatics
  1. Add the minced garlic to the skillet. Stir for about 60 seconds until fragrant.
Create the Roux
  1. Sprinkle the flour over the meat and onions. Stir constantly for 2 minutes.
Deglaze and Simmer
  1. Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and a pinch of paprika. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Mash the Potatoes
  1. Once the potatoes are done, drain them well. Return them to the pot and add butter, milk, and salt. Mash until creamy.
Combine and Serve
  1. Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if needed. Spoon mashed potatoes into bowls and ladle the rich gravy and beef over the top.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 25g

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend or a cornstarch slurry to thicken the gravy.
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