creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes

(4 ratings)
(4 ratings)

Ingredients For creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes

  • 1
    onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 c
    milk
  • 4
    potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 c
    milk
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 c
    flour
  • 1/4 c
    butter
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/4 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 lb
    ground beef
  • 1
    garlic clove, minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter

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.
  • 4
    Remove to a separate bowl.
  • 5
    Melt butter in the skillet.
  • 6
    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.
  • 11
    When all milk has been added, continue to stir constantly and bring to a boil.
  • 12
    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).
  • 17
    Add butter and milk (or cream).
  • 18
    Mash to desired consistency.
  • 19
    Serve ground beef mixture spooned over the mashed potatoes.
  • 20
    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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