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Bangers and Mash

Cultural Context

Bangers and Mash is a traditional British dish that combines sausages and mashed potatoes, often served with onion gravy. It is a comfort food staple in the UK, commonly enjoyed in pubs and homes alike. The dish's name is believed to have originated during World War I, when sausages were made with water and would burst when cooked, hence 'bangers.'

BritishGBmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
potatoes
salt
oil
sausages
2 onions
butter
pepper
milk
chives
cabbage
gravy

pork sausages

🥗Healthier: chicken sausages

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Lower in fat and calories.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: instant mashed potatoes

More nutritious and budget-friendly.

1

Choose your potatoes, preferably ones suitable for mashing.

2

Peel the potatoes and chop them in half to ensure even cooking.

3

Place the chopped potatoes in a pan and cover with water, then add salt.

4

Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat and boil the potatoes for about 20 minutes.

5

While the potatoes are boiling, heat oil in a pan and add the sausages.

6

Cook the sausages with a lid on, turning occasionally, for about 10 minutes until browned.

7

Chop 2 onions and add them to a separate frying pan with oil, cooking until caramelized.

8

After 10 minutes, check the potatoes by inserting a knife; if it goes in easily, they are done.

9

After 20 minutes, drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pan.

10

Gently chop the potatoes and add butter, mixing until smooth but not over-mixed to avoid gluey texture.

11

Optionally, add a little milk for creaminess and mix gently.

12

Add chopped chives to the mashed potatoes for flavor.

13

Plate the mashed potatoes, adding sausages on top, with a side of cabbage and caramelized onions.

14

Finish with a drizzle of gravy and additional pepper if desired.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingfrying

Equipment Needed

panfrying pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Sausages and Mashed Potatoes

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