Description
Classic British Bangers and Mash featuring pork sausages cooked to a golden brown and served with a rich onion gravy, creamy mashed potatoes, and peas. This comforting dish balances savory flavors with a smooth texture and hearty satisfaction.
Ingredients
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For the 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 prepared)
- 1 cup peas
Instructions
- Brown the sausages: Heat ½ tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 6 pork sausages and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally until they are browned on all sides. Remove sausages from the pan and keep warm.
- Sauté onions: Using the same pan, add the thinly sliced onions and cook over medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the onions are soft and golden. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of flour over the onions and stir well to coat.
- Make the gravy: Pour in ⅓ cup dry red wine (or extra beef broth) while scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan. Slowly whisk in 2 cups beef broth and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce to prevent lumps. Add the sprig of thyme if using.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 5 to 8 minutes until the gravy slightly thickens.
- Finish the dish: Return the browned sausages to the pan and toss them in the onion gravy. Simmer for a few more minutes until the sausages are heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Plate the sausages over prepared mashed potatoes, ladle the rich onion gravy on top, and serve with peas on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute pork sausages with chicken or vegetarian sausages if desired.
- For gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour to thicken the gravy.
- If you don’t have red wine, additional beef broth can be used instead.
- The Worcestershire sauce is optional but adds a nice depth of flavor.
- Make mashed potatoes using butter and cream or milk for a creamy texture.
- Peas can be fresh or frozen, simply steamed or microwaved before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
