Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes
Created by :A classic comfort food dish featuring savory ground beef, rich gravy, and creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings!
Ingredients
- For the Mashed Potatoes
- Amount Unit Name Notes
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes Peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1/2 cup Milk Warmed
- 4 tbsp Butter Melted
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- For the Ground Beef and Gravy
- Amount Unit Name Notes
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 medium Onion Diced
- 1 1/2 cups Beef broth
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch Mixed with 1/4 cup cold beef broth
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- to taste Garlic powder Optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:
- Boil potato chunks in salted water until fork-tender (15 minutes). Drain and return to the pot.
- Mash potatoes, then gradually stir in warm milk and melted butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Ground Beef:
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened (5 minutes).
- Make the Gravy:
- Whisk cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold beef broth until smooth.
- Pour remaining broth into the beef mixture, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Serve:
- Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates and top with the ground beef and gravy.
Notes
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Storage:
- Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
- Store potatoes and beef mixture separately for best texture.
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Variations:
- Add sautéed mushrooms or mixed vegetables for extra flavor.
- Use ground turkey for a lighter version.
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Pro Tips:
- Warm milk and butter before adding to potatoes for creamier results.
- Use a potato ricer for extra-fluffy mashed potatoes.
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Common Mistakes:
- Overcooking the potatoes can make them gluey.
- Skipping the cornstarch slurry can result in lumpy gravy.
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