Description
A classic British comfort food recipe featuring juicy pork sausages cooked to perfection and smothered in a rich, homemade onion gravy made from caramelized onions, beef broth, and a blend of savory seasonings. Perfect for a hearty meal served alongside mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausages
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound pork sausages (about 6 links)
Onion Gravy
- 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the sausages: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned all over and cooked through. Once done, remove the sausages from the pan and set aside.
- Caramelize the onions: In the same skillet, add the unsalted butter and the thinly sliced onions. Cook over medium-low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions become deeply caramelized and golden brown, releasing their natural sweetness.
- Create the roux and start the gravy: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the caramelized onions, stirring continuously for 1–2 minutes to cook the flour and form a roux that will thicken the gravy.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Then, add Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer the gravy: Allow the gravy to simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to a smooth, luscious consistency.
- Combine sausages and gravy: Return the cooked sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the onion gravy. Let them simmer together for an additional 3–5 minutes to meld the flavors and heat through.
- Serve: Serve the sausages hot, generously smothered in the onion gravy, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Ideal with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- This dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles for a complete, comforting meal.
- For a richer gravy flavor, add a splash of red wine before pouring in the beef broth.
- Use gluten-free flour and sausages for a gluten-free version of this recipe.
- Caramelizing the onions slowly is key to developing the deep flavor of the gravy.
