Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring seasoned ground beef and rich gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. This hearty meal is perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
Ingredients
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For the Ground Beef and Gravy:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
For Serving:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes (prepared or homemade)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and add the ground beef. Cook until browned and crumbled, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Prepare the Gravy: Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture, stir well, and cook for 1–2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the beef broth until smooth. Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve the beef and gravy over mashed potatoes. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use homemade beef stock or add cream.
- Enhance with mushrooms or peas for extra texture and nutrition.
- Leftovers reheat well and make a great next-day lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
