Ground Beef Gravy
Rich, savory, and incredibly comforting, this Ground Beef Gravy is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or cozy family meals. Made with flavorful browned ground beef, sautéed onions, and a velvety roux-based gravy seasoned with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of thyme, this recipe delivers big flavor in just 30 minutes. Simmered to perfection with hearty beef broth and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttery biscuits. Perfectly balanced, this easy homemade beef gravy is sure to become a go-to recipe for quick comfort food that's both satisfying and budget-friendly.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 medium (diced) onion
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) parsley
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set the beef aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the unsalted butter. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the onions and garlic. Stir well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flavor of the flour.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Simmer the gravy for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the gravy reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the gravy for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Serve the ground beef gravy hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 821 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 405 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
