Bangers and Mash is a quintessentially British comfort food consisting of sausages (bangers) and mashed potatoes (mash). This hearty dish is traditionally served with onion gravy and sometimes accompanied by peas or other vegetables. It’s a popular pub food in the UK and Ireland and is known for its simplicity, savory flavors, and satisfying nature.
Ingredients:
- For the sausages:
- 8 pork sausages
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- For the mash:
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 50g butter
- 100ml milk
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the onion gravy:
- 2 large onions, peeled and sliced
- 2 tablespoons of oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 500ml beef broth
- 1 tablespoon flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Appliances and Utensils Needed:
- Large pot for boiling potatoes
- Frying pan or skillet for sausages and gravy
- Potato masher
- Knife for chopping
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Method:
- Prepare the mashed potatoes:
- Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and then simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and milk and mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Cook the sausages:
- While the potatoes are boiling, heat a tablespoon of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook until browned and cooked through, turning occasionally, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
- Make the onion gravy:
- In the same pan used for sausages, add more oil if necessary and heat over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Stir in the sugar and balsamic vinegar.
- Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir to coat. Gradually add the beef broth, stirring continuously, until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve:
- Plate the sausages and mashed potatoes. Pour the onion gravy over the sausages and mashed potatoes. Serve hot, optionally with steamed vegetables like peas.
This dish is perfect for a cozy night in, offering a filling and flavorful meal that is relatively easy to prepare with standard kitchen utensils.