Salisbury Meatballs and Mashed Potatoes Recipe
This comforting dish features flavorful Salisbury meatballs served over creamy mashed potatoes. It is a perfect meal for a cozy family dinner, combining hearty flavors and satisfying textures.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 skillet
- 1 pot for boiling potatoes
- 1 potato masher or ricer
- 1 saucepan for gravy
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 pounds potatoes (like Russet or Yukon Gold)
- ½ cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until cooked through and browned.
- While the meatballs are baking, peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk, butter, and salt. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sprinkle the flour into the skillet and whisk to form a roux. Gradually add the beef broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Once the meatballs are done, add them to the gravy, allowing them to simmer for a couple of minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Serve the meatballs over a generous scoop of mashed potatoes, drizzling gravy over the top.
Notes
Feel free to add chopped fresh parsley as a garnish for added color and flavor.
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
For a vegetarian variation, substitute the meatballs with lentil or chickpea meatballs.