Gravy Potatoes Recipes

KFC POTATO AND GRAVY

Steps:

• Peel and cut potatoes into 3cm / 1.25" cubes.
• Place in a pot, add 1 tbsp salt and water so it's 5cm / 2" above potatoes.
• Bring water to a boil, then boil for 15 minutes until potatoes are very soft and starting to fall apart.
• Drain, leave in colander to steam dry for 3 minutes.
• Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium high heat. Add cream and milk, heat until just before simmer - do not let it boil. Remove from stove.
• Pass potato through a potato ricer (Note 1) or use a masher with holes. Do not use beater - will make it dense.
• Add hot milk mixture, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. GENTLY stir until mixed through.
• Taste for salt and pepper, add more if needed.
• Transfer into serving bowl. Pour over Gravy and serve immediately with anything and everything!
• For a KFC at home experience, serve with homemade Fried Chicken (it's better than KFC!)

MASHED POTATO & GRAVY - BAREFOOT CONTESSA - INA GARTEN

Steps:

• For Mashed Potatoes:.
• Cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling salted water for 15 to 20 minutes, until very tender.
• Meanwhile, heat the butter and half-and-half in a small saucepan.
• Drain the potatoes.
• While still hot, place the potatoes in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
• With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the hot half-and-half mixture, the sour cream, 2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper.
• Mix until the potatoes are mashed but not completely smooth.
• Serve hot with gravy on the side.
• For Gravy:.
• In a large (10- to 12-inch) sauté pan, cook the butter and onions on medium-low heat for 12 to 15 minutes, until the onions are lightly browned.
• Don't rush this step; it makes all the difference when the onions are well cooked.
• Sprinkle the flour into the pan, whisk in, then add the salt and pepper.
• Cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add the hot chicken stock and Cognac, and cook uncovered for 4 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
• Add the cream, if desired, and serve.

BEEF 'N' GRAVY ON POTATOES

Steps:

• Place potatoes and water in a microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in garlic powder and onion powder., Prepare gravy according to package directions. Place the potatoes in a large bowl; add the milk, butter, salt and pepper. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Serve beef and gravy over mashed potatoes.

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES AND GRAVY

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Add water, olive oil, garlic and parsley to pan. With a mixer, beat potatoes until light and fluffy, 3-5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside and keep warm., Meanwhile, heat meat drippings in a large saucepan. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Bring meat drippings to a boil; gradually stir in flour mixture until smooth. Cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Serve with mashed potatoes.