Creamed Ground Beef Over Mashed Potatoes Recipes

CREAMED GROUND BEEF OVER MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• 1. Put the onions, garlic, and ground beef in a large skillet.
• 2. Cook until ground beef is no longer pink.
• 3. Drain excess fat, then add salt and peppers.
• 4. Remove to a separate bowl.
• 5. Melt butter in the skillet.
• 6. Add flour, salt and pepper.
• 7. Cook, stirring constantly over low heat for about two minutes.
• 8. Do not allow to burn.
• 9. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly after each addition and allowing to boil before adding more.
• 10. This results in a smooth sauce.
• 11. When all milk has been added, continue to stir constantly and bring to a boil.
• 12. Allow to boil for one minute or until sauce is thick, continuing to stir.
• 13. Remove from heat and stir into beef mixture.
• 14. Prepare mashed potatoes: Place potatoes in a pot with enough water to cover by about 1/2 inch.
• 15. Cook until potatoes are tender.
• 16. Pour off cooking water (or save for a terrific addition to breads).
• 17. Add butter and milk (or cream).
• 18. Mash to desired consistency.
• 19. Serve ground beef mixture spooned over the mashed potatoes.
• 20. Variations: Add one teaspoon of your favorite spice blend to make a new and exciting variation.
• 21. You can eliminate the cayenne pepper if you don\'t like spicy hot foods.
• 22. If you do, then please add more!