Ground Beef Gravy Recipe

Rich and savory Ground Beef Gravy recipe, ready in under an hour! This classic comfort food is perfect served over mashed potatoes or your favorite pasta. Easy to follow instructions and a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 47 mins
Calories 373.4 kcal
Protein 61g
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Ingredients for Ground Beef Gravy

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How to Make Ground Beef Gravy

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1 ½ cups beef broth, ½ cup chopped onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon seasoned salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper to the skillet.
  3. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 5-10 minutes, or until the onion is tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup cornstarch and ¼ cup cold beef broth until smooth.
  5. Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the beef mixture.
  6. Bring the gravy to a boil, stirring constantly.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
  8. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes or your favorite pasta.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

45g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ground Beef Gravy?

Ground Beef Gravy takes about 57 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 47 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ground Beef Gravy?

Ground Beef Gravy has approximately 373.4 calories per serving, with about 61 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ground Beef Gravy?

The key ingredients for Ground Beef Gravy are Ground Beef, Beef Broth, Onion, Dried Parsley Flakes, Dried Basil, Garlic Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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