Ground Beef Gravy

Rich, savory, and incredibly comforting, this Ground Beef Gravy is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or cozy family meals. Made with flavorful browned ground beef, sautéed onions, and a velvety roux-based gravy seasoned with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of thyme, this recipe delivers big flavor in just 30 minutes. Simmered to perfection with hearty beef broth and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's a versatile dish that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or buttery biscuits. Perfectly balanced, this easy homemade beef gravy is sure to become a go-to recipe for quick comfort food that's both satisfying and budget-friendly.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 medium (diced) onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set the beef aside on a plate.

Step 2

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the unsalted butter. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the onions and garlic. Stir well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flavor of the flour.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the beef broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 6

Return the cooked ground beef to the skillet. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Simmer the gravy for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the gravy reaches your desired consistency.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the gravy for a fresh pop of color and flavor.

Step 9

Serve the ground beef gravy hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1167.3 grams (1167.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1415

Total Fat 106.00g	136%
Saturated Fat 46.70g	234%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 383mg	128%
Sodium 3489mg	152%
Total Carbohydrate 38.40g	14%
Dietary Fiber 3.40g	12%
Total Sugars 8.90g
Protein 87.00g	174%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154mg	12%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 1825mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 10.6%