🇬🇧 Bangers and Mash with Rich Onion Gravy – Classic British Comfort Food
Meta Description: Learn how to make traditional British Bangers and Mash with creamy mashed potatoes and rich onion gravy. A hearty, homestyle dish perfect for cozy dinners.
📝 Introduction
Bangers and Mash is the ultimate British comfort dish. It features juicy sausages ("bangers") served over creamy mashed potatoes ("mash"), topped with a rich onion gravy. This meal is simple, filling, and deeply satisfying — perfect for chilly evenings in the UK or any time you're craving traditional homestyle cooking.
Whether you're cooking for your mates or looking for a pub-style dinner at home, this recipe brings warm, nostalgic flavours straight to your plate!
🛒 Ingredients
For Bangers (Sausages):
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6 good-quality pork or beef sausages (Cumberland or Lincolnshire preferred)
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1 tbsp oil for frying
For Mash:
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4 large potatoes (Maris Piper or King Edward)
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2 tbsp butter
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1/4 cup milk or cream
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Salt and black pepper to taste
For Onion Gravy:
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp flour
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1 cup beef or vegetable stock
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: 1 tsp mustard for extra flavour
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Sausages
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Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Add sausages and cook evenly, turning until browned and cooked through (about 12–15 minutes).
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Remove and keep warm.
Step 2: Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
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Peel and chop potatoes. Boil in salted water until soft (about 15–20 minutes).
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Drain and mash with butter and milk.
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Season with salt and pepper. Make it smooth and creamy!
Step 3: Make Onion Gravy
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In the same pan, melt butter and add sliced onions.
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Cook slowly until caramelised (10–12 minutes).
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Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
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Gradually add stock, whisking to avoid lumps.
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Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and mustard if using.
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Simmer until thick and glossy.
🍽️ Serving Suggestion
Place a generous scoop of mash on each plate. Lay 2 sausages on top, then pour over the onion gravy. Serve with garden peas, steamed carrots, or mushy peas on the side.
🌟 Tips
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Use butter and cream for ultra-rich mash.
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Don’t rush the onion caramelisation — it gives depth.
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Swap sausages for veggie bangers to make it vegetarian.
❓ FAQs
Q: Can I make it ahead of time?
A: Yes! Just reheat the gravy and sausages gently before serving.
Q: Can I freeze this dish?
A: You can freeze the mash and gravy separately for up to a month.
Q: What are the best sausages for this dish?
A: Go for British Cumberland or Lincolnshire sausages for authentic flavour.