Gravy & Mashed Potatoes

creamy mashed potatoes with rich brown gravy 🥔✨
Perfect alongside roast chicken, beef, or fried pork chops.

 Mashed Potatoes (Serves 4–6)

Ingredients

• 2 lb (900 g) potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russets work best)

• 4 Tbsp butter

• ½ cup (120 ml) warm milk or cream (adjust for texture)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Peel (optional) and cut potatoes into chunks.

2. Boil in salted water until very tender (15–20 min).

3. Drain well; mash with butter.

4. Add warm milk/cream a little at a time until smooth and fluffy.

5. Season with salt & pepper.

Classic Brown Gravy

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp butter (or meat drippings for extra flavor)

• 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour

• 2 cups beef, chicken, or vegetable stock

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• (Optional) ½ tsp Worcestershire or soy sauce for depth

Directions

1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.

2. Whisk in flour; cook 1–2 min until golden (this is your roux).

3. Slowly whisk in stock, stirring constantly until smooth.

4. Simmer 3–5 min until thickened.

5. Taste and season.

 Tips & Variations

• For garlic mashed potatoes, add 2 cloves of roasted or sautéed garlic when mashing.

• For extra creaminess, mix in a little sour cream or cream cheese.

• Make onion or mushroom gravy by sautéing sliced onions/mushrooms before adding flour.