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Irish Bangers and Mash Recipe : A Hearty Food

If you’re looking for a warm, comforting, and flavorful dish, this Irish Bangers and Mash Recipe is the perfect choice!

 

Ingredients

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For the Sausages (Bangers):

  • 6 Irish or British-style pork sausages
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
  • ½ cup beef broth (120ml)

For the Mashed Potatoes:

  • 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (900g), peeled and cubed
  • ½ cup whole milk (120ml)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (60g)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Onion Gravy:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (30g)
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (8g)
  • 1 cup beef broth (240ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Sausages

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sausages and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned.
  3. Pour in ½ cup of beef broth, cover the pan, and let the sausages cook for another 5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2: Make the Mashed Potatoes

  1. While the sausages are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add peeled and cubed potatoes and boil for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  4. Add butter, milk, salt, and black pepper, then mash until smooth and creamy. Set aside and keep warm.

Step 3: Prepare the Onion Gravy

  1. In the same skillet used for the sausages, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add sliced onions and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
  3. Sprinkle in flour, stirring constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
  4. Slowly pour in beef broth, whisking to prevent lumps.
  5. Add Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 4: Assemble and Serve

  1. Divide the mashed potatoes onto serving plates.
  2. Place the cooked sausages on top.
  3. Generously drizzle with onion gravy.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional) and serve hot!

Notes

  • Use Quality Sausages: Traditional Irish or British bangers work best, but any high-quality pork sausage will do.
  • Brown the Sausages Well: Cooking them slowly on medium heat helps achieve a crispy exterior while keeping them juicy inside.
  • Make Creamy Mash: Use warm milk and butter for the smoothest, fluffiest mashed potatoes.

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Keywords: Irish Bangers