🌭 Sausage and Mash with Onion Gravy
Tender sausages with creamy mashed potatoes, topped with savory onion gravy
⏱ Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 30–35 minutes
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Total: ~45 minutes
🍽 Serves
4 people
🧾 Ingredients
For the Sausages
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4-6 sausages (your choice: pork, beef, chicken, or vegetarian)
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1 tbsp olive oil (or butter for extra flavor)
For the Mashed Potatoes
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2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet works best)
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4 tbsp butter
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½ cup milk (or cream for extra richness)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Onion Gravy
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp flour (for thickening)
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2 cups beef or vegetable broth
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1 tbsp soy sauce (optional, for extra depth)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Sausages
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil or butter.
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Add sausages and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through (about 12–15 minutes).
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Remove from pan and set aside.
2. Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
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Peel and chop the potatoes into roughly equal-sized chunks.
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Boil in a large pot of salted water for about 15 minutes, or until fork-tender.
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Drain potatoes and return to the pot.
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Mash with butter and milk until creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Make the Onion Gravy
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In the same skillet you cooked the sausages in, add butter and olive oil.
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Add the sliced onions and sauté over medium heat until soft and caramelized, about 8–10 minutes. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
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Sprinkle the onions with flour and stir to coat.
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Gradually pour in the broth, stirring constantly. Add soy sauce if you want extra umami.
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Simmer the gravy for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Serve
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Spoon mashed potatoes onto plates, top with sausages, and pour the onion gravy over the top.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
🌟 Tips for the Perfect Dish
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Sausage options: Try spicy Italian sausages, classic breakfast sausages, or even vegan sausage for a twist.
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For extra creamy mashed potatoes, swap milk for cream or add a bit of cream cheese.
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If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a bit more broth or water.
❓ Q & A (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q: Can I use other kinds of sausages?
Yes! This recipe works with any type of sausage: pork, chicken, beef, or plant-based alternatives.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes! You can make the gravy gluten-free by using cornstarch or rice flour instead of regular flour to thicken it.
Q: How can I make the gravy richer?
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Use beef broth for a deeper flavor.
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Add a splash of red wine or a spoonful of tomato paste to deepen the gravy’s flavor.
Q: Can I prep this ahead of time?
Yes! You can make the mashed potatoes and gravy ahead of time. Just store them in separate containers in the fridge and reheat when you’re ready to serve.
Q: What should I serve this with?
This dish pairs great with:
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Steamed or roasted veggies (like peas, broccoli, or carrots)
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A side of bread to soak up the gravy
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Pickled onions for a tangy contrast
Q: What can I do if the gravy is too thin?
If your gravy is too thin, simply let it simmer for a few extra minutes to reduce and thicken, or make a slurry by mixing a tablespoon of flour or cornstarch with water, then stirring it into the gravy.
Q: Can I make the potatoes extra fluffy?
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Mash the potatoes while they’re still hot for fluffiness.
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Use a potato ricer or food mill for the smoothest mash.
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For extra fluff, fold in some sour cream or extra butter after mashing.