Hearty Big Bowl

Name: Hearty Big Bowl
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 37 min
Total time: 1 h 7 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tbsp All-Purpose Flour; 1 bunch Asparagus; 3 cups Beef Broth; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 2 cups Broccoli Florets; 2 tbsp Butter; 2 whole Garlic; 0.5 cup Milk; 2 tbsp Olive Oil; 7 whole Red Potato; 1 tsp Salt & Pepper; 2 whole Smoked Sausage; 2 cups White Corn

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪Soup 🍲 American High-Protein 💪Comfort-Food

Hearty Big Bowl layers creamy garlic mashed potatoes with smoky sausage and tender asparagus, corn, and broccoli bathed in a rich beef gravy. The contrast of buttery mash and peppery, savory sauce makes each bite comforting and satisfying. It’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a laid-back weekend meal that feels substantial without being fussy.

Prep30 mins
Cook37 mins
Serves4
DifficultyMedium

1

Put the potatoes in a large pot, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil.
2

Lower the heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are very soft, about 20 minutes.
3

Drain.
4

Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl.
5

Add the milk, butter, and garlic.
6

Use an electric mixer to blend the potatoes until creamy.
7

Divide the mashed potatoes among bowls.
8

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
9

Add the sausage and cook until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes.
10

Add the chopped asparagus, corn, and broccoli florets.
11

Pour in the broth, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are almost cooked through, about 5 minutes.
12

Scoop 1 cup of broth from the skillet into a small bowl.
13

Whisk in the flour until smooth.
14

Pour the broth mixture back into the skillet and stir until a thickened gravy forms, about 5 minutes.
15

Serve the sausage mixture and gravy over the mashed potatoes.
16

Season with black pepper.