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Classic Bangers and Mash

Classic Bangers and Mash

Classic Bangers and Mash is a comforting British dish featuring juicy sausages served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and topped with a rich, savory onion gravy. Perfect for cozy dinners, this hearty meal combines simple, everyday ingredients to deliver timeless flavors that satisfy and nourish. Easily customizable and suitable for all occasions, it’s a beloved comfort food favorite that warms both body and soul.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Sausages

  • Good quality sausages (pork, beef, lamb, vegetarian, or plant-based) – quantity as needed per serving

Mashed Potatoes

  • Potatoes (starchy varieties like Maris Piper or Yukon Gold) – about 1 to 1.5 pounds (500-700g)
  • Butter – 2 to 3 tablespoons
  • Warm milk – 1/3 to 1/2 cup (adjust as needed for creaminess)
  • Salt and pepper – to taste

Onion Gravy

  • Onions – 2 medium, thinly sliced
  • Butter or oil – 2 tablespoons
  • Flour – 2 tablespoons
  • Beef or vegetable stock – 1 to 1.5 cups
  • Worcestershire sauce – 1 teaspoon
  • Salt and pepper – to taste
  • Optional: mustard – 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks to ensure they cook evenly. Boil them in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender, then drain and mash with butter and warm milk until smooth and creamy.
  2. Cook the Sausages: While the potatoes are boiling, fry or grill your sausages on medium heat, turning regularly until golden brown and cooked through. This usually takes about 15 minutes, depending on sausage size.
  3. Make the Onion Gravy: Thinly slice onions and cook them slowly in butter or oil over low heat until caramelized and soft. Sprinkle in flour to create a roux, gradually stir in stock, then add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and mustard if using. Let the gravy thicken and simmer until rich and glossy.
  4. Assemble and Serve: Place a generous mound of mashed potatoes on plates, arrange the cooked sausages on top or alongside, and ladle warm onion gravy over everything. Serve immediately for best flavor.

Notes

  • Choose quality sausages to enhance flavor and juiciness.
  • Don’t rush caramelizing onions; slow cooking brings out their natural sweetness.
  • Keep mashed potatoes warm by covering with a clean towel to prevent drying out before serving.
  • Use warm milk for mash to keep potatoes silky smooth.
  • Season in layers: adjust seasoning in potatoes, sausages, and gravy individually for balanced flavor.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying, Boiling, Simmering
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free sausages and flour are used)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 500 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg

Keywords: bangers and mash, classic British dish, sausages and mashed potatoes, onion gravy, comfort food, easy dinner