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Bangers and Mash-Onion Gravy

Bangers and Mash-Onion Gravy

Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy is a classic British dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. This hearty and comforting meal consists of sausages, mashed potatoes, and a rich onion gravy that brings all the flavors together.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Irish
Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Lb Potatoes-peeled and cubed
  • 1 Tbsp Salt for cooking potatoes
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 3/4 Cup Half and half-warmed
  • 10 Tbsp Butter-divided
  • 2 Lbs Bratwurst
  • 1 Onion-sliced thin
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp All-purpose flour
  • 3/4 Cup Beef broth
  • 3/4 Cup Guiness beer
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 Tsp Black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine potatoes and salt in a large saucepan, cover with water by 1". Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes. Check to see if they are fork tender. Drain potatoes and return to saucepan then add 5 tbsp butter and half n half. Mash until smooth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm until serving.
  • While potatoes are cooking melt 1 tablespoon butter in 12" nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add bratwurst and cook until browned on 2 sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer brats to a plate while making gravy. Wipe skillet with a paper towel.
  • Add 2 tbsp butter, onions, and salt to wiped out skillet and cook onions until softened, about 6 minutes. Cover with a lid and inions will cook quicker. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in broth, mustard, pepper and beer then add bratwurst, cover and simmer for 12 minutes until brats register 160'.
  • Transfer bratwurst to a serving platter. Off heat stir in remaining butter to the onion gravy mixture. Serve gravy over mashed potatoes and bratwurst.
Keyword bangers and mash, bratwurst, Octoberfest, potatoes