Description
This classic Sausages with Homemade Onion Gravy recipe offers a comforting and flavorful meal featuring browned sausages simmered in a rich, savory onion and beef gravy. Served best with creamy mashed potatoes and steamed greens, it’s a hearty dish perfect for a satisfying family dinner in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausages
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 sausages (pork or beef, your choice)
Onion Gravy
- 2 large onions, finely sliced
- 1 tsp freshly minced garlic
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp plain (all-purpose) flour
- 2 cups (500 ml) beef stock
- 1 thyme sprig, leaves picked (optional)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp cracked black pepper
- Salt, to taste
To Serve
- Mashed potatoes (see notes for a quick, freezer-friendly recipe)
- Steamed greens such as kale, drizzled with olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the Sausages: Heat the olive oil in a large, deep frying pan over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook, turning frequently, for 6–8 minutes until browned on all sides and fully cooked through. Remove the sausages from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté the Onions: Spoon out any excess oil from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add the sliced onions and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
- Add Garlic and Butter: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the butter and allow it to melt completely, stirring to combine with the onions.
- Create a Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and stir well to create a smooth paste. Let the roux cook for 1 minute to remove any raw flour taste.
- Make the Gravy: Gradually pour in half of the beef stock while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Add the remaining stock and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Season and Thicken: Add the thyme leaves (if using), Worcestershire sauce, cracked black pepper, and salt to taste. Simmer the gravy for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Adjust consistency by adding water or extra stock if too thick, or simmer longer if too thin.
- Combine and Serve: Return the cooked sausages to the pan with the onion gravy, coating them well. Serve immediately with creamy mashed potatoes and steamed greens for a warm and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can choose pork, beef, or vegetarian sausages depending on preference.
- Worcestershire sauce can be substituted with soy sauce or balsamic vinegar for a different flavor profile.
- For quick mashed potatoes, use instant mashed potato flakes or frozen mashed potato from the freezer aisle for convenience.
- Steamed greens like kale, spinach, or broccoli add a fresh, healthy contrast to the rich dish.
- If gravy becomes too thick, thin with a little hot water or beef stock to desired consistency.
