How to Make True Bangers and Mash with Onion Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few comfort foods more iconic than bangers and mash with onion gravy. This classic British dish is simple, hearty, and satisfying – everything you want in a meal on a chilly evening. The dish consists of sausages (or "bangers") served with mashed potatoes (or "mash"), and topped with a rich onion gravy. It's a filling and flavorful dish that is beloved by many.

While the dish itself may seem simple, the key to making truly fantastic bangers and mash is in the details. From c...

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Ingredients

  • 4 links pork sausage
  • 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups red wine

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
  • Cook sausages in a skillet over medium-low heat until browned, about 5 minutes per side; transfer to an oven-safe dish and keep warm in the preheated oven.
  • Place potatoes into a saucepan over medium heat and cover with water; bring to a boil and simmer until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two. Mix in 1/4 cup of butter, milk, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper; mash until fluffy and smooth. Set aside.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until translucent and just starting to brown, about 8 minutes. Pour in beef broth and red wine; bring to a boil and simmer until reduced to half its volume, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Serve sausages with mashed potatoes; pour onion gravy on top.
  • Nutrition

    516 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 1414mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 50mg
    • Calcium: 92mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 1472mg