Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
A comforting dish featuring juicy meatballs smothered in rich gravy, served on a bed of creamy garlic herb mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
For the Gravy
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water To thicken gravy
- to taste Salt and pepper
For the Mashed Potatoes
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
Making the Gravy
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Slowly whisk in the cornstarch slurry and continue to simmer until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Preparing Mashed Potatoes
- Place chopped potatoes and garlic in a large pot. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil.
- Cook until potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes and garlic, then return them to the pot. Add milk and butter, and mash until smooth.
- Stir in salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley.
Combining and Serving
- Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet with the gravy, gently tossing to coat.
- Serve the Salisbury Steak Meatballs over a generous scoop of garlic herb mashed potatoes, drizzling with extra gravy.
Notes
Use what's cheap and available — frozen peas are a good compromise if you need green. Keep a warm plate under the potatoes so they don’t sulk.