Mashed Potatoes with Ground Beef Gravy
\nThis dish is pure comfort in a bowl\u2014a deconstructed shepherd\u2019s pie with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes topped by a savory, thickened ground beef gravy. A hint of curry powder in the gravy adds a warm, unexpected twist that elevates this classic meat-and-potato combo.<\/p>\n
Ingredients
\nFor the Mashed Potatoes<\/p>\n
2 lbs potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
\n1 1\/2 cups warm milk
\n1\/4 cup (1\/2 stick) unsalted butter
\nSalt and black pepper, to taste
\nFor the Ground Beef Gravy<\/p>\n
1 lb ground beef (80\/20)
\n1 1\/4 cups beef broth
\n1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed
\n1 medium onion, chopped
\n2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
\n2 cloves garlic, minced
\n1\/2 teaspoon curry powder (optional)
\nSalt and black pepper, to taste
\nInstructions
\nStep 1: Cook the Potatoes
\nPeel and quarter the potatoes. Place them in a large pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15\u201320 minutes until fork-tender. Drain thoroughly.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Mash the Potatoes
\nAdd butter and warm milk to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy, but avoid over-mixing. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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