Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Savory Beef Gravy

Mashed Potatoes with Ground Beef Gravy

This dish is pure comfort in a bowl—a deconstructed shepherd’s pie with creamy, buttery mashed potatoes topped by a savory, thickened ground beef gravy. A hint of curry powder in the gravy adds a warm, unexpected twist that elevates this classic meat-and-potato combo.

Ingredients

For the Mashed Potatoes

  • 2 lbs potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 1 1/2 cups warm milk
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Ground Beef Gravy

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