Ground Beef Gravy Mashed Potatoes (Print Version)

A savory blend of browned beef and thick gravy served over smooth, buttery mashed potatoes.

# Ingredients:

Mashed Potatoes

01 - 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
02 - ¾ cup whole milk
03 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - ¾ teaspoon salt
05 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Beef and Gravy

07 - 1½ pounds ground beef
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 medium onion, finely diced
10 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
11 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
12 - 2½ cups beef broth
13 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
14 - ½ teaspoon paprika
15 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
16 - ½ teaspoon salt
17 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

# Instructions:

01 - Place peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly.
02 - Combine butter, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder with the drained potatoes and mash until smooth and creamy. Cover and keep warm.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef, and cook until fully browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
04 - Add diced onion to the browned beef and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
05 - Sprinkle flour over the beef mixture and stir continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
06 - Gradually pour in beef broth while stirring, then add Worcestershire sauce, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 6 to 8 minutes until the gravy thickens and becomes glossy.
07 - Spoon mashed potatoes onto serving plates and generously top with the beef and gravy mixture.

# Notes:

01 - Use russet potatoes for the creamiest texture when mashing.