Mash Potato Gravy Recipe From Scratch: Velvety Homemade Goodness
Ingredients
Directions / Instructions
Why You'll Love This Mashed Potato and Gravy Recipe
Nothing says comfort food quite like fluffy mashed potatoes topped with silky homemade gravy. Made completely from scratch, this recipe combines buttery Yukon Gold potatoes with a rich, savory brown gravy that's packed with flavor and incredibly easy to prepare.
Whether you're serving roast chicken, turkey, beef, or enjoying it as a comforting vegetarian meal with vegetable gravy, this timeless side dish never disappoints.
Ingredients
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 2½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¾ cup warm whole milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
For the Homemade Gravy
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2½ cups chicken or beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook the Potatoes
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 18 minutes until fork tender.
2. Mash the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the warm pot. Add butter, warm milk, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
3. Make the Roux
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden.
4. Prepare the Gravy
Slowly whisk in the broth until smooth. Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and thyme if using. Simmer for 5 to 8 minutes until thick and velvety.
5. Serve
Spoon the mashed potatoes into serving bowls and generously ladle the homemade gravy over the top. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Expert Tips
Use Yukon Gold potatoes for naturally buttery flavor and a creamy texture. Warm the milk before adding it to prevent gummy potatoes. Whisk the gravy continuously while adding the broth to eliminate lumps and achieve a silky finish.
Storage
Store the mashed potatoes and gravy separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat the potatoes with a splash of milk and warm the gravy gently on the stovetop, adding broth if needed. Freeze both for up to 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
Serve alongside roast turkey, roast chicken, meatloaf, beef pot roast, pork chops, grilled sausages, baked vegetables, green beans, stuffing, or cranberry sauce for a complete comfort-food meal.
Recipe Variations
Make garlic mashed potatoes by adding roasted garlic, stir Parmesan into the potatoes for extra richness, prepare vegetarian gravy using vegetable broth, or add sautéed mushrooms to the gravy for earthy flavor.
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