Description
A classic and comforting Ground Beef Gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for a quick and hearty meal in just 25 minutes. This recipe features browned ground beef simmered in a savory beef broth-based gravy, thickened with a buttery roux and flavored with onion, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
Ingredients
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Beef Gravy
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Mashed Potatoes
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared)
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it apart with a spoon to evenly cook. Drain any excess grease from the skillet to keep the gravy from being too oily.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the butter, chopped onion, and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent, releasing their flavors into the pan.
- Make the roux: Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute. This forms a roux which will help thicken the gravy, cooking the flour to remove the raw taste.
- Add the broth: Gradually whisk in the beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. This creates a smooth gravy base.
- Season and simmer: Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the warm beef gravy generously over prepared mashed potatoes and enjoy a comforting, hearty dish.
Notes
- For a richer gravy, use homemade beef broth or beef stock.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, based on your broth’s sodium content.
- To make the gravy smoother, strain it through a fine mesh sieve if desired.
- Leftover gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
