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Comforting Bangers and Mash Recipe with Rich Onion Gravy Made Easy

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A simple, hearty dish featuring juicy pork sausages, creamy mashed potatoes, and a rich, deeply flavorful onion gravy that brings comfort and warmth to any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 6 good-quality pork sausages (Cumberland or local butcher’s favorite)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 2 pounds (900g) Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed (can substitute almond or oat milk)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced (yellow or sweet onions)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
  • 2 cups (480ml) beef or vegetable stock (homemade or low-sodium store-bought)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and chop potatoes into 1-2 inch chunks. Place in a large pot, cover with cold water, season with salt, bring to a boil, then simmer until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
  2. Mash the Potatoes: Add softened butter and warmed milk to potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  3. Cook the Sausages: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook sausages, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (internal temp 160°F/71°C). Remove and keep warm.
  4. Caramelize the Onions: In the same skillet, add butter and olive oil. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and soft (about 15 minutes). Add minced garlic in last 2 minutes and cook until fragrant.
  5. Make the Gravy: Sprinkle flour over onions and stir to coat. Cook 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste. Gradually add stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and simmer until gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Assemble: Plate mashed potatoes, top with sausages, and ladle onion gravy over all. Serve immediately.

Notes

If gravy is too thick, add a splash of stock or water to loosen. Use moderate heat and stir onions regularly to avoid burning. Warm milk before adding to mash for creamier texture. Leftover gravy tastes better the next day. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and check sausage labels.

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Keywords: bangers and mash, sausages and mash, onion gravy, comfort food, easy dinner, British recipe, mashed potatoes, caramelized onions

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