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Classic Bangers and Mash with Rich Onion Gravy

Close-up of three browned sausages served over creamy mashed potatoes, smothered in rich onion gravy, classic bangers and mash.
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Make this authentic British comfort food at home. This recipe delivers juicy sausages, creamy mashed potatoes, and a deeply flavorful homemade onion gravy for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 6 high-quality pork sausages (bangers)
  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Instructions

  1. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. While potatoes cook, prepare the gravy. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until deeply caramelized and soft. Remove onions and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the flour to the remaining oil and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to make a roux. Slowly whisk in the beef stock until smooth.
  4. Bring the gravy mixture to a simmer. Stir in the caramelized onions, Worcestershire sauce, and thyme. Reduce heat to low and let the gravy thicken for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  5. Cook the sausages. Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning often, until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  6. While sausages cook, finish the mashed potatoes. Drain the cooked potatoes well. Return them to the hot pot over low heat for one minute to dry out any remaining moisture.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Mash the potatoes thoroughly. Add the butter and warm milk. Whip until smooth and creamy. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  8. To serve, place a generous portion of creamy mashed potatoes on each plate. Top with two cooked sausages and spoon the rich onion gravy over everything.

Notes

  • For an even richer gravy, substitute half the beef stock with a dark stout or a dry red wine.
  • Use butcher quality sausages for the best flavor in this classic sausage and mash dinner.
  • To make the mash extra smooth, pass the potatoes through a potato ricer before adding the butter and milk.

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