Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

Why make this recipe

Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes is a comforting and hearty dish that brings classic flavors to your dinner table. This dish combines juicy meatballs with a savory gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes. It’s perfect for a family meal or when you want to impress guests with something truly delicious. Plus, it’s easy to make and full of simple ingredients that you likely already have at home!

How to make Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

To make Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes, follow these simple steps. You’ll create flavorful meatballs, a rich gravy, and smooth mashed potatoes all in one go.

Ingredients :

• Ground beef
• Breadcrumbs
• Egg
• Onion
• Garlic
• Salt
• Pepper
• Beef broth
• Worcestershire sauce
• Cream
• Butter
• Potatoes
• Herbs (such as parsley or thyme)

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into meatballs.
2. Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Remove the meatballs and add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet to create the gravy.
4. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer until cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, peel and chop the potatoes. Boil until tender, then drain.
6. Mash the potatoes with cream, butter, and herbs until smooth.
7. Serve the meatballs over the garlic herb mashed potatoes, drizzled with gravy.

How to serve Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

Serve your Salisbury Steak Meatballs hot, placed generously over a bed of creamy garlic herb mashed potatoes. Drizzle with the savory gravy from the skillet. This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

How to store Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

If you have leftovers, store the meatballs and mashed potatoes in airtight containers in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for about 3 to 4 days. You can also freeze them for longer storage, up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight and warm them on the stove or in the microwave.

Tips to make Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

• For extra flavor, let the meatballs sit for a few minutes after browning before adding them to the gravy.
• Try using different herbs based on your preferences. Rosemary or chives can be delicious alternatives.
• If you like it spicy, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture for some heat.

Variation

You can easily customize this recipe by substituting ground turkey or chicken for the beef. You can also make it lighter by using less cream and butter in the mashed potatoes or using a light broth instead of beef broth.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen meatballs instead of making my own?
Yes, using frozen meatballs is a great time saver. Just follow the cooking instructions on the package, and then proceed with making the gravy.

2. What can I add to the gravy for more flavor?
You can add sliced mushrooms, a tablespoon of tomato paste, or even a splash of red wine to the gravy for extra depth.

3. Are there any vegetarian options for this recipe?
Yes! You can use plant-based meat substitutes and vegetable broth to create a vegetarian version of this dish. Ensure to adjust the seasonings according to your taste.

Salisbury Steak Meatballs with Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes

A comforting dish featuring juicy meatballs in savory gravy served over creamy garlic herb mashed potatoes, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Meatballs

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Pepper

For the Gravy

• 1 cup Beef broth
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

For the Mashed Potatoes

• 2 large Potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup Cream
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1 tbsp Herbs (such as parsley or thyme)

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into meatballs.

Cooking

1. Brown the meatballs in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Remove the meatballs and add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet to create the gravy.
3. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer until cooked through.
4. Meanwhile, peel and chop the potatoes. Boil until tender, then drain.
5. Mash the potatoes with cream, butter, and herbs until smooth.

Serving

1. Serve the meatballs over the garlic herb mashed potatoes, drizzled with gravy.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the meatballs sit for a few minutes after browning before adding them to the gravy. You can customize the herbs based on your preferences. For added spice, include a pinch of red pepper flakes in the meatball mixture. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.