Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables is a hearty, simple meal that feeds the family with little fuss.
- introduction — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- Ingredients : Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- Directions : Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- why make this recipe — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- how to make Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- how to serve Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- how to store Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- tips to make Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- variation (if any) — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- FAQs — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
introduction — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
This Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables brings warm comfort and easy cooking to weeknights.
It pairs soft mashed potatoes, browned sausages, sweet onion gravy, and steamed vegetables for a full plate.
If you like gravy-topped mash, see a similar idea with rich sauces in this beef meatballs with onion and mushroom gravy recipe for more inspiration.
Ingredients : Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- 4 sausages (pork or beef)
- 4 large potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup beef stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, broccoli)
Directions : Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
- Cook the sausages in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- Peel and chop the potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and sauté until softened and caramelized. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add the beef stock, stirring until the gravy thickens. Season to taste.
- In a separate pot, steam or boil the mixed vegetables until tender.
- Serve the sausages on a bed of mashed potatoes, topped with onion gravy and accompanied by mixed vegetables.
why make this recipe — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
This Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables is quick and filling.
It uses basic pantry ingredients and gives clear flavors kids and adults enjoy.
- Fast to prepare on busy nights.
- Uses common ingredients most kitchens have.
- Comforting and balanced with protein, starch, and veggies.
how to make Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
Start by cooking the sausages until nicely browned and fully cooked.
Make the mash while the sausages rest, then use the skillet for the onion gravy to capture flavor.
- Brown sausages, then remove to keep warm.
- Boil and mash potatoes with butter and milk; season well.
- Sauté onions in the sausage pan, add flour, then slowly whisk in beef stock to make gravy.
- Steam or boil mixed vegetables until tender and bright.
For more slow-cooked beef ideas that pair well with mash and gravy, check this apple cider braised beef with mushrooms and baby potatoes for techniques you can borrow.
how to serve Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
Serve sausages on a warm plate of mashed potatoes.
Spoon the onion gravy over the sausages and potatoes, and place the mixed vegetables to one side.
- Add a pat of butter to the mash for shine.
- Spoon extra gravy in a small jug for people who want more.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives if available.
how to store Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
Cool leftovers quickly before storing.
Keep mashed potatoes, sausages, gravy, and vegetables in separate airtight containers for best texture.
- Refrigerate up to 3 days.
- Freeze sausage and gravy separately up to 2 months; mash can be frozen but may change texture.
- Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk to revive mash.
tips to make Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
Use good browning on sausages for extra flavor.
Salt the potato water so mash is well seasoned from the start.
- Don’t overwork the mash — mix until smooth but not gluey.
- Caramelize onions slowly for a sweeter, richer gravy.
- If your gravy is too thin, simmer a little longer; if too thick, add a splash of stock or milk.
- For more caramelized-onion ideas, see this caramelized onion and garlic burger with creamy herb sauce for tips on cooking onions and using their flavor.
variation (if any) — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
You can swap pork or beef sausages for chicken or vegetarian sausages.
Try sweet potatoes or cauliflower mash for a different flavor and fewer carbs.
- Add mustard to the gravy for a tangy kick.
- Stir grated cheese into mash for a richer side.
- Roast the mixed vegetables for a sweeter, caramelized finish.
FAQs — Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
Q: Can I use frozen vegetables for Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables?
A: Yes. Frozen mixed vegetables work well and save time; steam or boil them briefly until heated through.
Q: How can I make the gravy thicker or thinner?
A: To thicken, simmer longer or add a little extra flour mixed to a paste. To thin, whisk in more beef stock or a splash of milk.
Q: What tool helps make creamy mashed potatoes?
A: A potato masher or ricer gives smooth mash. Buy it here if you need one.
Q: Can I prepare parts of this Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables ahead?
A: Yes. Boil and mash potatoes earlier and reheat gently. Cook sausages ahead and reheat in the oven; make gravy just before serving for best texture.
Sausage Mash with Onion Gravy & Vegetables
Ingredients
For the Sausage and Mash
- 4 pieces sausages (pork or beef)
- 4 large potatoes for mashing
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup milk for creamy mash
For the Onion Gravy
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon flour to thicken gravy
- 1 cup beef stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Vegetables
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., carrots, peas, broccoli) steamed or boiled
Instructions
Cooking Sausages
- Cook the sausages in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
Making the Mash
- Peel and chop the potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
Preparing the Onion Gravy
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and sauté until softened and caramelized.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add the beef stock, stirring until the gravy thickens. Season to taste.
Cooking the Vegetables
- In a separate pot, steam or boil the mixed vegetables until tender.
Serving
- Serve the sausages on a bed of mashed potatoes, topped with onion gravy and accompanied by mixed vegetables.
