Description
This comforting recipe features creamy mashed potatoes topped with a savory meatball and mushroom stew. Tender meatballs cooked with mushrooms, onions, and a rich beef gravy make for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings.
Ingredients
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Mashed Potatoes
- 4 large potatoes (Yukon gold or russet), peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk (or cream for richer potatoes)
- 4 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Meatball Mushroom Stew
- 1 lb ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp flour (for thickening)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are tender, which typically takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Mash the Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes well and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning to your taste.
- Make the Meatballs: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and form the mixture into small meatballs roughly 1 inch in diameter.
- Cook the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Mushrooms and Onions: In the same skillet, add the chopped onions and sliced mushrooms. Sauté until the mushrooms are golden and the onions are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Make the Gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to coat evenly. Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and simmer the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens into a gravy.
- Finish the Stew: Return the meatballs to the skillet with the mushroom gravy. Cover the skillet and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.
- Serve: Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto plates and ladle the meatball mushroom stew over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, use cream instead of milk in the mashed potatoes.
- You can substitute ground pork or turkey for the beef in the meatballs for a different flavor.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, add a little extra flour or simmer longer.
- Make sure to drain the potatoes well before mashing to avoid watery mashed potatoes.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can be added to the mashed potatoes for extra flavor.
