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A close-up photograph of creamy mashed potatoes topped with seasoned ground beef in rich brown gravy, garnished with fresh parsley, served in a dark brown bowl on a wooden table.

Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

Meryem
A hearty, homestyle dish featuring seasoned ground beef in rich gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. This budget-friendly comfort food classic is perfect for family dinners and can be prepared in under 45 minutes.
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Total Time 45 minutes
Course Beef Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Gravy:

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 4 large russet potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  • While potatoes cook, brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking into small pieces (8-10 minutes).
  • Add diced onion and garlic to beef; cook until onion is translucent (5 minutes).
  • Make a well in center of pan; add butter and flour, stirring to create a roux (2 minutes).
  • Gradually stir in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer until gravy thickens (5-7 minutes).
  • Drain cooked potatoes; return to pot.
  • Add butter and warm milk to potatoes; mash until smooth.
  • Season mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve beef and gravy over mashed potatoes.