Best 5 Gourmet Bangers Mash Recipes

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"Gourmet bangers mash" is a classic dish that combines the best of British comfort food with a touch of elegance. The dish consists of succulent sausages, creamy mashed potatoes, and a rich onion gravy, all served together on a bed of greens. The key to a great "gourmet bangers mash" lies in the quality of the ingredients and the careful preparation of each component. From selecting the best sausages to perfecting the technique for creamy mashed potatoes, every step in the process contributes to the final result. In this article, we will explore the art of creating a truly exceptional "gourmet bangers mash", providing you with tips, tricks, and recipes to help you impress your friends and family with this timeless dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ULTIMATE BANGERS AND MASH



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Succulent sausages on a bed of buttery mashed potatoes and drenched in a rich onion gravy, Bangers and Mash has been ranked as Great Britain's #1 most popular comfort food!

Provided by Kimberly Killebrew

Categories     Entree     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 high quality pork sausages ((pork is traditional but if you don't eat pork you can use chicken sausages, etc))
Homemade British Bangers Recipe ((highly recommended))
2 pounds Yukon Gold or other medium-starch potato
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 to 1 cup hot milk ((we recommend whole but you can use 2%))
1 batch BEST Homemade Onion Gravy

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Make the onion gravy in advance. See our recipe for the BEST onion gravy.
  • To Make the Mash: Place the potatoes in a pot of water and add the salt. Bring to a boil, lower the heat to a steady simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until they potatoes are just tender when pierced with a knife. Be careful not to over-boil them. Thoroughly drain the potatoes and place them back in the empty pot set over very low heat just to maintain warmth. If using a ricer or food mill (this creates the most optimal texture), run the potatoes through it now while they're hot. If using a hand masher mash the potatoes while they're hot. (Avoid using an electric mixer or food processor. See blog post for explanation.) Mash the potatoes until fluffy and you've reached the desired degree of smoothness. Be careful not to over-mash or the potatoes will become gluey. Use a spoon to stir in the butter. Once melted stir in the hot milk gradually, allowing time for the potatoes to absorb the liquid after each addition. Add more hot milk as needed to achieve desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • To Prepare the Sausages: While the potatoes are boiling place the sausages in a baking dish with a little oil and roast the sausages for about 10 minutes on each side or until nicely browned. (Alternatively you can fry the sausages but baking them creates an especially nice crispy outer shell with a juicy interior.) For sausage-making enthusiasts we highly recommend our Homemade British Bangers.
  • To serve, place a mound of mashed potatoes on each plate, lay the sausages on the mashed potatoes and top with onion gravy. Peas are a traditional side.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 sausages with mash and gravy, Calories 891 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 45 g, Fat 58 g, SaturatedFat 41 g, Cholesterol 197 mg, Sodium 1771 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 9 g

CLASSIC BANGERS AND MASH



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This is a delicious and irresistible recipe that everyone loves. It pairs creamy potatoes, crunchy onions, smooth gravy, and yummy sausages!!

Provided by Amystar79

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     UK and Ireland     English

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ¼ pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1 cup warm milk
¼ cup melted butter
1 tablespoon cooking oil
8 links pork sausage
1 large onion, sliced and separated into rings
2 (10.25 ounce) cans homestyle beef gravy
2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a pan, and add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, leaving the potatoes in the pan.
  • Meanwhile, stir the bouillon cubes into the warm milk until dissolved. Stir the milk mixture and butter into the potatoes. Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
  • Heat the cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Prick the sausages in a few places with a fork, and place them into the skillet. Cook, turning often, until golden brown and juices run clear, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
  • Using the same skillet, add the onion rings. Cook and stir over medium heat until the onions are golden, but still crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Heat the gravy in a pan over medium heat.
  • To serve, scoop the potatoes onto a large serving plate. Arrange the sausages over the potatoes, top with the onions, drizzle with gravy, and sprinkle with oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628 calories, Carbohydrate 61.5 g, Cholesterol 60.5 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.4 g, Sodium 2001 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

BANGERS AND MASH



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Try to find true bangers (British pork sausage) for this comfort-food classic. Deglazing the pan with red wine makes the onion gravy extra flavorful.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 50m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 russet potatoes (2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup whole milk
2 cups shredded Irish cheddar (about 6 ounces)
Freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 bangers (1 1/2 pounds)
1 onion (8 ounces), peeled and thinly sliced into rounds (1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup red wine
2 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Put potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold water. Add 2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain potatoes in a colander and return to pot. Mash potatoes with butter, milk, cheese, and a few gratings of nutmeg. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, preheat a large skillet over medium-high. Add oil and bangers. Cook, turning occasionally to brown all over, about 6 minutes. Remove bangers to plate. Return skillet to medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and browned, about 8 minutes. Add wine and cook, scraping bottom of pan with wooden spoon to release brown bits, until reduced by three-quarters, 3 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Stir in broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire. Return bangers and any accumulated juices to skillet. Bring to a boil and cook, turning sausages several times, until juices thicken to a gravy-like consistency and bangers are cooked through, about 8 minutes. Serve with mashed potatoes.

BANGERS AND MASH



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A great British dish my grandmother made for us on those cold and stormy days.

Provided by AMANDA FAIR

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 large baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 teaspoons butter, divided
½ cup milk, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste
1 ½ pounds beef sausage
½ cup diced onion
1 (.75 ounce) packet dry brown gravy mix
1 cup water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place potatoes in a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, and mash with 1 teaspoon of butter, and enough milk to reach your desired creaminess. Continue mashing, or beat with an electric mixer, until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until heated through. Remove from pan, and set aside. Add remaining teaspoon of butter to the skillet, and fry the onions over medium heat until tender. Mix gravy mix and water as directed on the package, and add to the skillet with the onions. Simmer, stirring constantly, to form a thick gravy.
  • Pour half of the gravy into a square casserole dish so that is coats the bottom. Place sausages in a layer over the gravy (you can butterfly the sausages if you wish). Pour remaining gravy over them, then top with mashed potatoes.
  • Bake uncovered for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until potatoes are evenly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.7 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 1205.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

GOURMET BANGERS & MASH



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Bangers & Mash is a traditional English dish that's simple, cheap and filling. No need to be excluded from enjoying this treat if you're vegetarian -- just try some of the many meat-free sausages available. In England, Quorn sausages are a favourite of mine but the Linda McCartney brand sausages are also good.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 plump sausages
4 -6 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
salt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
nutmeg
2 onions, finely sliced
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 glass wine
1/2 chicken stock cube, dissolved in 300 ml water
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Grill or fry the sausages.
  • The healthiest way is to grill them in the oven at 350 F or 180 C for 20-30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, boil the potatoes until tender.
  • Drain potatoes and mash with milk, butter, salt and nutmeg until smooth.
  • For the gravy, heat oil in a frying pan and sauté onions until nicely browned.
  • Stir in the flour and then the mustard, followed by the wine. A few seconds later add the stock and allow to thicken.
  • Pile the mash onto a plate, followed by the sausages and lovely spoonfuls of the gravy.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality sausages: Look for sausages made with good quality meat and avoid those with excessive fillers.
  • Boil the sausages first: Boiling the sausages before frying helps to reduce fat and prevent them from splitting.
  • Fry the sausages until golden brown: Frying the sausages until they are golden brown gives them a delicious crispy texture.
  • Use good quality potatoes: Choose potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes.
  • Boil the potatoes until tender: Boiling the potatoes until tender ensures that they are easy to mash.
  • Use a potato ricer: Using a potato ricer gives the mashed potatoes a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Add milk and butter: Adding milk and butter to the mashed potatoes makes them rich and creamy.
  • Season the mashed potatoes: Season the mashed potatoes with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • Serve the bangers and mash with gravy: Serve the bangers and mash with a rich and flavorful gravy.

Conclusion:

Bangers and mash is a classic British dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple dish to make, but there are a few tips and tricks that can help you make the best bangers and mash possible. By following the tips in this article, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at your table.

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