Description
Classic British Bangers and Mash recipe featuring juicy pork sausages cooked to perfection and served with a rich onion and garlic gravy. This hearty dish is easy to prepare in about 30 minutes and pairs wonderfully with creamy mashed potatoes and sweet baby peas for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Sausages
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 pork sausage links
Gravy
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional sides
- Mashed potatoes (as desired)
- Sweet baby peas (as desired)
Instructions
- Cook sausages: Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the pork sausage links and cook them for about 10-12 minutes, turning frequently until they are browned evenly and cooked through. Once done, transfer the sausages to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat, leaving only 1 tablespoon of fat in the skillet.
- Make gravy: Add the unsalted butter to the same skillet and melt it until bubbly. Add the thinly sliced sweet onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and golden brown, approximately 10 minutes. Then, stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Thicken gravy: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to form a smooth paste. Gradually pour in the beef broth, whisking continuously to eliminate lumps and achieve a smooth gravy. Simmer the mixture while stirring, until the gravy slightly thickens but remains a bit thinner than desired as it will thicken further upon standing. Season the gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
- Return sausages: Place the cooked sausages back into the skillet with the gravy to warm through, allowing the flavors to meld together for a couple of minutes.
- Serve: Serve the bangers and gravy hot, accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes and sweet baby peas if desired, for a traditional and comforting meal.
Notes
- Use good quality pork sausages for the best flavor and texture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch slurry.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- Leftover gravy can be refrigerated and reheated gently before serving.
- Mashed potatoes and peas are optional but highly recommended for an authentic experience.
