🍽️ Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes – Classic Comfort Food Dinner

If you’re looking for an easy, hearty meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate, this Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes recipe is the perfect choice. Juicy seasoned beef simmered in rich brown gravy and served over creamy mashed potatoes makes this a timeless American comfort food favorite.

Great for busy weeknights, meal prep, or when you need something filling and satisfying!

⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Budget-friendly and easy to make

• Ready in under 40 minutes

• Kid-approved comfort food

• Perfect for family dinners

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• 🛒 Ingredients

  For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 2½ lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • ½ cup milk (warm)

  • 4 tbsp butter

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  For the Ground Beef & Gravy:

  • 1 lb ground beef

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups beef broth

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, if beef is lean)

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  👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Make the mashed potatoes:

     • Boil potatoes in salted water for 15–18 minutes until fork-tender.

     • Drain and mash with butter and warm milk. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm.

  2. Cook the beef:

     • In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with onion until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.

     • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

  3. Make the gravy:

     • Sprinkle flour over beef and stir for 1 minute.

     • Slowly pour in beef broth, stirring constantly.

     • Add Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper.

     • Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.

  4. Serve:

     • Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates and top with beef and gravy.

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  🧊 Storage & Reheating

  • Fridge: Store in airtight containers up to 4 days.

  • Reheat: Microwave or warm on the stovetop with a splash of broth or milk.