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Easy Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

Ground Beef Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

A cozy and nostalgic comfort food, featuring browned ground beef with rich gravy over creamy mashed potatoes—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gravy
  • 1 pound ground beef 80/20 ground beef is recommended for flavor.
  • 1 small onion, diced Optional but recommended.
  • 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups beef broth Add a splash more if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Optional but adds flavor.
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • a pinch thyme or paprika Optional.
For the Mashed Potatoes
  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut Use for creamy mashed potatoes.
  • to taste Salt Salt the water well while cooking.
  • 1/2 cup milk, warmed Helps blend in better.
  • 4 tablespoons butter, warmed Add to mashed potatoes.

Method
 

Making the Gravy
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. If using onion, cook it with the beef until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the meat and stir for a full minute.
  5. Slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring until smooth.
  6. Bring the mixture to a bubble, then stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  7. Let simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, adjusting thickness with more broth if needed.
Preparing the Mashed Potatoes
  1. Place peeled, cut potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and salt the water.
  2. Bring water to a boil and cook potatoes until tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes, then add warmed milk and butter.
  4. Mash the potatoes until desired texture is reached, not over-mashing.
Assembly
  1. Serve the creamy mashed potatoes topped with rich beef gravy.

Notes

Leftover gravy can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days. To reheat, add a splash of broth or water as needed.