🍽️ Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes – The Ultimate Comfort Meal You’ll Crave All Week Long! 🤤
If you’re searching for a cozy, hearty dish that tastes like a warm hug in food form, stop scrolling—this is it! Tender beef simmered in a rich, savory gravy served over fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes… it’s a classic combo that never goes out of style. And the best part? This recipe is beginner-friendly, budget-friendly, and seriously impressive. Whether you’re feeding family or hosting friends, this is the kind of dish people will ask for again and again!
🥩 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Comfort Food Perfection: With melt-in-your-mouth beef and smooth, creamy mashed potatoes, this dish hits every mark.
Affordable Ingredients: Uses simple pantry staples and budget cuts of beef that become incredibly tender when cooked right.
Meal Prep Friendly: Make it ahead of time and enjoy the leftovers—it’s even better the next day!
Family Favorite: Kids, grandparents, picky eaters—EVERYONE loves this recipe.
🍲 Ingredients You’ll Need 👇
For the Beef & Gravy:
1 ½ to 2 lbs beef stew meat or chuck roast (cut into chunks)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp flour (for thickening)
3 cups beef broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp thyme (optional)
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional: mushrooms or carrots for extra flavor
For the Mashed Potatoes:
6–7 medium potatoes, peeled & cubed
3 tbsp butter
½ cup milk or cream (adjust for your preferred consistency)
Salt and pepper to taste
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Brown the Beef:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef chunks and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brown on all sides to lock in the flavor. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Build the Gravy:
In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook until softened. Stir in the garlic, then sprinkle the flour evenly. Cook for a minute, then slowly pour in the beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and thyme.
3️⃣ Simmer the Beef:
Add the beef back to the gravy. Cover and simmer on low heat for 1–1.5 hours until tender. If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
4️⃣ Make the Mashed Potatoes:
Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork tender. Drain, mash, and stir in the butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
5️⃣ Serve:
Top the warm mashed potatoes with a generous portion of beef and gravy. Sprinkle with parsley if you’re feeling fancy. Enjoy immediately!
💡 Tips & Substitutions
Use cornstarch instead of flour for a gluten-free gravy.
Add rosemary, parsley, or bay leaves for extra depth.
Swap potatoes for rice or noodles if you don’t have spuds on hand.
For extra richness, stir in a splash of cream or sour cream at the end.
📝 Make It Your Own:
Want a twist? Add roasted garlic to the mashed potatoes or toss in some peas or green beans to the gravy. This recipe is super adaptable based on what’s in your kitchen!
If you make this recipe, let me know how it goes—and don’t forget to tag your plate pics 🍽️ You’ll want to bookmark or print this one because once you try it, Beef and Gravy over Mashed Potatoes will become a weekly favorite in your home.
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