Description
Classic British comfort food featuring juicy pork sausages smothered in rich onion gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes with a side of peas. This hearty meal combines savory flavors and a silky gravy perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Sausages & Gravy
- 1/2 tablespoon oil
- 6 pork sausages
- 2 small-medium onions (halved and thinly sliced, about 1.5-2 cups)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1/3 cup dry red wine (or extra beef broth)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1 sprig thyme (optional)
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
To Serve
- Mashed potatoes (about 4 cups)
- Peas (1 cup, cooked)
Instructions
- Brown the sausages: Heat ½ tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 pork sausages and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides. Remove from pan and keep warm.
- Sauté onions: Add 2 small-medium thinly sliced onions to the same pan and cook over medium heat for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally until soft and golden. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons flour over the onions and stir well to combine.
- Make the gravy: Pour in ⅓ cup dry red wine or extra beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan bottom. Slowly whisk in 2 cups beef broth and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (if using) to prevent lumps. Add 1 sprig thyme if desired for extra flavor.
- Simmer: Bring the gravy to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 5–8 minutes until the gravy is slightly thickened and flavorful.
- Finish the dish: Return the browned sausages to the pan and toss to coat them in the onion gravy. Simmer together for a few minutes until the sausages are heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the sausages over creamy mashed potatoes and ladle the rich onion gravy on top. Serve with a side of cooked peas for a complete and hearty meal.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add butter and milk to mashed potatoes.
- Red wine can be substituted with additional beef broth or vegetable broth for a non-alcoholic version.
- Use pork sausages for best flavor, but beef or vegetarian sausages can substitute to fit dietary needs.
- Thyme is optional but adds a lovely aroma to the gravy.
- Leftover gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
