Bangers and Mash with a Twist
This sweet potato mash twist on classic bangers and mash is cozy, flavorful, and weeknight-easy with caramelized onion gravy.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time40 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Keyword: dinner recipe, easy dinner recipe, quick dinner recipe, weeknight dinner recipes
Servings: 4
Large skillet
Medium saucepan
Potato masher
cutting board
knife
Wooden spoon
Whisk
For the Mash:
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup milk or cream
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Sausages & Gravy:
- 4-6 pork sausages
- 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Optional for Serving:
- Steamed peas or roasted broccoli
Bring a pot of water to boil. Add sweet potatoes and cook until tender, about 12–15 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook sausages until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add olive oil and sliced onions. Cook on low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in broth and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
Drain sweet potatoes and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
Plate sausages over sweet potato mash and spoon over the onion gravy. Serve hot with optional greens.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Reheating: Warm gently in the microwave or stovetop, adding a splash of milk or broth to loosen if needed.
Top Tips: Don’t overcrowd the pan, cook sausages in batches for the best browning. Prep onions and sweet potatoes ahead to save time during dinner rush. Adjust Worcestershire and seasoning in the gravy to balance sweetness and saltiness.