Bangers and Mash

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1. 1

   Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch.

   Aproximativ 2 min.

2. 2

   Add a pinch of salt to the water, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

   Aproximativ 20 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Don't overcook the potatoes, or they will become watery.

3. 3

   While the potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

4. 4

   Add the pork sausages to the hot skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned all over and cooked through.

   Aproximativ 20 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Prick the sausages with a fork a few times to prevent them from bursting.

5. 5

   Remove the cooked sausages from the skillet and set aside on a plate, keeping them warm.

6. 6

   Drain any excess fat from the skillet, leaving about a tablespoon for the gravy.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

7. 7

   Add the vegetable oil to the skillet with the remaining sausage fat, then add the sliced yellow onion.

8. 8

   Sauté the onion over medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized.

   Aproximativ 10 min.

   Nota bucătarului: Cook the onions slowly to achieve a deep, sweet flavor.

9. 9

   Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the caramelized onion and stir well, cooking for 1 minute.

   Aproximativ 1 min.

10. 10

    Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

11. 11

    Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring until it thickens to your desired consistency.

    Aproximativ 5 min.

    Nota bucătarului: If the gravy is too thick, add a little more broth or water.

12. 12

    Season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.

13. 13

    Once the potatoes are tender, drain them thoroughly and return them to the empty pot.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

14. 14

    Add the butter and warm milk to the potatoes.

15. 15

    Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy, seasoning with salt and black pepper to your preference.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

    Nota bucătarului: For extra smooth mash, use a potato ricer.

16. 16

    Serve the mashed potatoes topped with the cooked pork sausages and a generous ladle of onion gravy.

    Nota bucătarului: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.