There’s nothing quite like Cumberland sausage and mash with onion gravy to bring everyone to the table. This hearty, comforting dish has been a family favorite for years, perfect for Sunday dinners or those cozy weeknights when you need a little extra warmth. The creamy mash paired with the rich, flavorful onion gravy makes all the difference, it’s comfort food at its absolute finest.
In our house, sausage and mash is more than just a meal; it’s a tradition. My children love it, and when plated up with care, it’s even impressive enough to serve to guests. And that gravy? Let’s just say my husband often asks for a bowl of it on its own — it’s that good!
A quick note before we jump to the recipe: I am currently based in the USA and could not get rounds of Cumberland sausage, so I just used regular pork sausages. Rest assured, the result is still every bit as delicious.
Cumberland Sausage and Mash with Onion Gravy
Ingredients
- 4 400g rounds of sausage or regular pork sausages
For the Gravy:
- 1 white onions sliced
- 1 tbsp beef dripping
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 400 ml good beef stock
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serve with:
- 1 kg mashed potatoes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat the beef dripping in a pan and add in the onion. Cook over a medium heat stirring occasionally for around 20-30 minutes until soft and dark brown in colour.
- In the meantime, place the sausages onto a baking sheet and place in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- If making mashed potatoes, place your potatoes on to boil at this stage.
- Once the onions have browned and softened, add in the flour and butter and cook for a few minutes then add in the beef stock, mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
- Simmer for around 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Drain the potatoes and mash with warm cream and butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- To serve, place the mashed potatoes in the centre of the plate, top with a sausage round and pour over the onion gravy.
Ever tried homemade onion gravy? Let me know how you like to make your version!
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