creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes

How To Make creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes

• 1

  Put the onions, garlic, and ground beef in a large skillet.
• 2

  Cook until ground beef is no longer pink.
• 3

  Drain excess fat, then add salt and peppers.
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  Remove to a separate bowl.
• 5

  Melt butter in the skillet.
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  Add flour, salt and pepper.
• 7

  Cook, stirring constantly over low heat for about two minutes.
• 8

  Do not allow to burn.
• 9

  Gradually add milk, stirring constantly after each addition and allowing to boil before adding more.
• 10

  This results in a smooth sauce.
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  When all milk has been added, continue to stir constantly and bring to a boil.
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  Allow to boil for one minute or until sauce is thick, continuing to stir.
• 13

  Remove from heat and stir into beef mixture.
• 14

  Prepare mashed potatoes: Place potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover by about 1/2 inch.
• 15

  Cook until potatoes are tender.
• 16

  Pour off cooking water (or save for a terrific addition to breads).
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  Add butter and milk (or cream).
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  Mash to desired consistency.
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  Serve ground beef mixture spooned over the mashed potatoes.
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  Variations: Add one teaspoon of your favorite spice blend to make a new and exciting variation.
• 21

  You can eliminate the cayenne pepper if you don\'t like spicy hot foods.
• 22

  If you do, then please add more!
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