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Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy

A comforting traditional British dish combining hearty sausages, creamy mashed potatoes, and rich onion gravy, perfect for family meals or entertaining.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: British
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Bangers (Sausages)
  • 6 pieces pork sausages or your favorite type
For the Mash
  • 2 lb potatoes peeled and chopped
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Onion Gravy
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnishing (optional)

Method
 

Get those Sausages Sizzling
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Toss in the sausages and cook until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
Mash those Potatoes
  1. While your sausages are sizzling, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the chopped potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk, butter, salt, and pepper, then mash until creamy and smooth.
Create the Onion Gravy
  1. In the same skillet you used for the sausages, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and sauté the onions over medium heat until they're caramelized and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in the broth, Worcestershire sauce, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes. If you like your gravy a bit thicker, mix the cornstarch with water and add it to the gravy while stirring.
Plate it Up!
  1. Spoon a generous portion of mashed potatoes onto each plate, nestle your fabulous sausages on top, and drizzle that delicious onion gravy all over the masterpiece. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

To ensure your mashed potatoes are ultra-creamy, use a potato ricer or food mill to avoid lumps. Feel free to experiment with different types of sausages like chicken, turkey, or veggie. If your gravy looks a little lumpy, stir and love it a bit more.