Description
This comforting recipe features creamy mashed potatoes topped with a rich, homemade gravy. Perfect for a hearty family meal, the fluffy mashed potatoes are combined with butter and milk for smoothness, while the savory gravy made from broth and flour adds a flavorful, indulgent finish.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potatoes
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt to taste
Gravy
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place peeled and chopped potatoes into a large pot of boiling water. Cook for about 15 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes well. Return them to the pot or a mixing bowl, then mash thoroughly with milk, butter, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Make Gravy: In a saucepan over medium heat, gradually whisk the all-purpose flour into the beef or vegetable broth, ensuring no lumps form.
- Thicken Gravy: Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens to a smooth consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season Gravy: Stir in black pepper and adjust salt if needed to taste.
- Serve: Spoon the hot gravy generously over the freshly mashed potatoes and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes such as Russets for fluffier mashed potatoes.
- For a richer gravy, use beef broth; vegetable broth is a great vegetarian alternative.
- Constant stirring while cooking the gravy prevents lumps and burning.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve your preferred mashed potato consistency.
- Leftover gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
