Hamburger Cream Gravy
Indulge in the comforting, hearty flavors of Hamburger Cream Gravy, a creamy, savory classic that’s perfect for elevating any meal. This quick and easy recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef with a rich, velvety gravy made from a roux of melted butter and flour, simmered with milk, beef broth, and a dash of optional heavy cream for added decadence. Infused with pantry-staple seasonings like garlic and onion powder, a touch of black pepper, and smoky paprika, this dish is ready in just 30 minutes and pairs beautifully with fluffy mashed potatoes, warm biscuits, or buttery rice. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this one-pan wonder is pure comfort food at its finest!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 cup heavy cream (optional, for richness)
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon or spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-8 minutes.
Remove the cooked ground beef from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns a light golden color.
Gradually whisk in the milk and beef broth, making sure to remove any lumps. Continue to stir until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and stir to combine.
Add the onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and paprika. Mix well to incorporate the seasonings.
For a richer consistency, stir in the optional heavy cream and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Serve the hamburger cream gravy hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.9 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 474 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 2593 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.6 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 733 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2101 mg | 45% | |
*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.
