creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes

How To Make creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes

• Step 1
  Put the onions, garlic, and ground beef in a large skillet.
• Step 2
  Cook until ground beef is no longer pink.
• Step 3
  Drain excess fat, then add salt and peppers.
• Step 4
  Remove to a separate bowl.
• Step 5
  Melt butter in the skillet.
• Step 6
  Add flour, salt and pepper.
• Step 7
  Cook, stirring constantly over low heat for about two minutes.
• Step 8
  Do not allow to burn.
• Step 9
  Gradually add milk, stirring constantly after each addition and allowing to boil before adding more.
• Step 10
  This results in a smooth sauce.
• Step 11
  When all milk has been added, continue to stir constantly and bring to a boil.
• Step 12
  Allow to boil for one minute or until sauce is thick, continuing to stir.
• Step 13
  Remove from heat and stir into beef mixture.
• Step 14
  Prepare mashed potatoes: Place potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover by about 1/2 inch.
• Step 15
  Cook until potatoes are tender.
• Step 16
  Pour off cooking water (or save for a terrific addition to breads).
• Step 17
  Add butter and milk (or cream).
• Step 18
  Mash to desired consistency.
• Step 19
  Serve ground beef mixture spooned over the mashed potatoes.
• Step 20
  Variations: Add one teaspoon of your favorite spice blend to make a new and exciting variation.
• Step 21
  You can eliminate the cayenne pepper if you don\'t like spicy hot foods.
• Step 22
  If you do, then please add more!
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