Description
A classic British comfort food featuring golden brown sausages served over creamy mashed potatoes, accompanied by a rich caramelized onion gravy. Perfect for a hearty, satisfying meal that brings warmth and tradition to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausages
- 1 lb quality sausages (pork, chicken, or vegetarian)
Potatoes and Mash
- 2 lbs starchy potatoes (like Russets), peeled and chopped
- 4 tbsp butter
- ½ cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Onion Gravy
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Cook the Sausages: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausages until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Turn them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Boil Potatoes: While the sausages cook, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peeled and chopped potatoes, and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. Drain well.
- Make Onion Gravy: In the same skillet used for the sausages, add the sliced onions. Sauté over medium heat until the onions are caramelized and golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Pour in the beef broth and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens slightly.
- Mash Potatoes: Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add butter, milk or cream, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble: Serve the creamy mashed potatoes on plates, top with the cooked sausages, and spoon the rich onion gravy over the dish. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use good-quality sausages for the best flavor, whether pork, chicken, or vegetarian.
- Russet potatoes are ideal for a fluffy mash due to their high starch content.
- For a richer mash, use cream instead of milk.
- You can substitute beef broth with vegetable broth for a lighter gravy.
- Caramelizing onions properly takes time but significantly enhances the gravy’s flavor.
