Ground Beef Gravy Mashed Potatoes (Print-Friendly Version)

Savory ground beef and warm gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting, family-friendly dinner.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Mashed Potatoes

01 - 900 g russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5 cm pieces
02 - 42 g unsalted butter
03 - 120 ml whole milk
04 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon salt, plus additional for cooking water
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Ground Beef and Gravy

07 - 450 g ground beef
08 - 480 ml beef broth, divided
09 - 1 small onion, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 0.25-0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
13 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch

# How to Prepare:

01 - Fill a medium pot with water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
02 - Add the potato pieces and boil for 7–8 minutes, until fork-tender.
03 - While potatoes cook, combine butter and milk in a small saucepan; heat over medium, whisking until butter is melted. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, whisking between each, until melted.
04 - Drain cooked potatoes thoroughly and return to the pot. Mash to desired consistency using a masher or fork.
05 - Gradually stir the warm butter-milk mixture into potatoes until fully incorporated. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste and set aside.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with 60 ml (1/4 cup) of beef broth until smooth; set aside.
07 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking apart, until browned and no longer pink.
08 - Drain off excess fat from the skillet.
09 - Add remaining beef broth, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
10 - Simmer uncovered for 5–10 minutes, until onion is softened.
11 - Slowly pour in the cornstarch slurry while whisking. Increase heat, bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until gravy thickens.
12 - Divide mashed potatoes among bowls. Spoon ground beef and gravy over each portion.
13 - Serve immediately with extra gravy if desired.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Mushrooms can be sautéed with the onions for added depth and nutrition.
02 - Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to three days.
03 - For an alternative, ground turkey or chicken may be substituted for beef.
04 - Pairs well with steamed vegetables such as green beans or broccoli.
05 - Instant mashed potatoes and prepared gravy may be used for greater speed.

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