Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes
This incredibly comforting meal features savory ground beef and rich gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes. It's quick, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to please the whole family!
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- 2 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more for cooking water
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
For the Ground Beef and Gravy:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups beef broth divided
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
For the Mashed Potatoes:
- Fill a medium pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the potato pieces and boil for 7-8 minutes or until fork-tender.
- While potatoes are cooking, combine butter and milk in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until butter is completely melted. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, whisking between each, until butter melts.
- Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes to your desired consistency using a potato masher or fork.
- Gradually stir in the warm butter-milk mixture until fully incorporated.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and adjust seasonings to taste. Set aside.
For the Ground Beef and Gravy:
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 1/4 cup of the beef broth until smooth. Set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until no longer pink.
- Drain excess fat from the skillet.
- Add the remaining 1 3/4 cups beef broth, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Simmer uncovered for 5-10 minutes until the onion is tender.
- Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet while gently whisking. Increase heat and bring to a boil.
- Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the gravy has thickened.
To Serve:
- Divide the mashed potatoes among serving bowls.
- Top each portion with ground beef and gravy.
- Serve hot, with extra gravy if desired.
Notes
- For an even easier meal, use instant mashed potatoes or canned beef gravy.
- Add sliced mushrooms along with the onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for the beef if preferred.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
- This dish pairs well with simple steamed vegetables like broccoli, green beans, or asparagus.