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Bangers and Mash Recipe – Easy Classic British Comfort Food with Onion Gravy

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This classic British comfort food features juicy pork sausages served atop creamy mashed potatoes, all smothered in rich homemade onion gravy. It’s a hearty, soul-warming dish perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 good-quality pork sausages (about 1–1.5 lbs)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or heavy cream)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
  • 2 cups beef or chicken stock (low-sodium)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop potatoes into large chunks. Place in a saucepan, cover with cold water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. While potatoes cook, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausages in a single layer and brown slowly, turning every few minutes, until deep golden and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Transfer cooked sausages to a plate and keep warm. Add butter and olive oil to the same skillet. Add sliced onions and cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until deeply golden and soft, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the onions, stir well, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Slowly pour in stock, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper. Add brown sugar if desired.
  5. Bring gravy to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Drain potatoes well and return to the hot pot. Let them steam dry for a minute. Add butter and milk or cream. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in sour cream or Greek yogurt if using.
  7. Pile mash onto plates, arrange sausages on top, and ladle over onion gravy. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For authentic flavor, use British-style pork sausages. Yukon Gold potatoes make the creamiest mash. Caramelize onions slowly for the best gravy. Mash and sausages can be made ahead and reheated. For gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and sausages. Add peas or greens for color. Gravy can be adjusted for thickness with more or less stock.

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Keywords: bangers and mash, British comfort food, onion gravy, mashed potatoes, sausages, classic British recipe, easy dinner, family meal, pub food

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