Bangers and Mash

Name: Bangers and Mash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: English
Ingredients: 8 premium pork sausages; 1kg potatoes (Maris Piper), peeled and cubed; 2 large onions, sliced; 2 cups beef broth; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup milk; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; Salt and pepper to taste

Published: June 15, 2026 | English Cuisine | ⏱ 50 min

Traditional bangers and mash with pork sausages and creamy mashed potatoes under onion gravy

Bangers and Mash is the quintessential British pub grub. The name 'bangers' comes from WWII-era sausages that would bang and pop in the pan due to high water content. Today, plump, high-quality pork sausages are pan-fried until golden, served atop a mountain of buttery mashed potatoes, and smothered in a rich, savory onion gravy. It's hearty, unpretentious, and deeply comforting.

Recipe Info

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time35 min

Total Time50 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

CuisineEnglish

Prick the sausages with a fork before cooking to prevent them from bursting open excessively.
For extra flavor, add a splash of ale or stout to the gravy.

Nutrition Information

Calories	620 kcal
Protein	28g
Fat	32g
Saturated Fat	14g
Carbohydrates	52g
Fiber	4g
Sugar	8g
Sodium	1050mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Traditional British pork sausages with a high meat content (above 70%) are best. Look for Cumberland or Lincolnshire style sausages.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.3 (118 votes)

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