Description
Classic British comfort food featuring savory pork sausages cooked to perfection and served with a rich, flavorful onion gravy. This Bangers and Mash recipe is completed with optional creamy mashed potatoes and sweet baby peas, making it a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Sausages
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 pork sausage links
Gravy
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Sides
- Mashed potatoes (optional)
- Sweet baby peas (optional)
Instructions
- Cook sausages: Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the pork sausages and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning frequently until they are browned on all sides and cooked through. Once done, transfer the sausages to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat and leave about a tablespoon of fat in the skillet.
- Make gravy base: In the same skillet, add unsalted butter and cook over medium heat until melted and bubbly. Add the sliced sweet onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes translucent and golden brown, approximately 10 minutes. Then stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Thicken gravy: Sprinkle in the flour and stir it briskly to combine with the butter and onions, cooking for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Continue simmering and stirring the gravy until it thickens slightly but remains a bit thinner than desired—remember it will thicken further as it rests. Season the gravy with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Return sausages to gravy: Place the sausages back into the skillet with the gravy, turning them gently to coat and allowing them to warm through for a few minutes.
- Serve: Plate the sausages with generous spoonfuls of the rich onion gravy. Serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes and sweet baby peas if desired for a classic Bangers and Mash experience.
Notes
- Use good-quality pork sausages for best flavor and texture.
- Sweet onions provide the best natural sweetness and caramelization for the gravy.
- If you prefer thicker gravy, simmer it a bit longer after adding the beef broth.
- Leftover gravy can be refrigerated and reheated gently later.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with olive oil or a plant-based spread.
- Pair this dish with a cold ale or a robust red wine for an authentic British meal.
