Bangers and Onions

Bangers and Onions is a simple, hearty comfort-food dish featuring juicy sausages and sweet caramelized onions cooked together in a rich, savory gravy. It’s easy to prepare and pairs perfectly with creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying family dinner.

Ingredients

• 8 pork sausages
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef or chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

Directions

1. Brown the Sausages

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

Add the sausages and cook for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.

Transfer the sausages to a plate.

2. Cook the Onions

Add the butter to the same skillet.

Add the sliced onions and cook over medium-low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden brown.

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. Make the Gravy

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir for about 1 minute.

Slowly pour in the broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps.

Add the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme, and black pepper.

Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes, until it begins to thicken.

4. Return the Sausages

Place the cooked sausages back into the skillet.

Spoon the onion gravy over them.

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5–8 minutes so the sausages absorb the flavors.

5. Taste and Serve

Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve the sausages and onions generously covered in gravy.

What to Serve With Bangers and Onions

This dish is especially delicious with:

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Buttered peas
• Roasted carrots
• Steamed green beans
• Crusty bread
• Yorkshire pudding

Recipe Tips

• Use good-quality pork sausages for the best flavor.
• Cook the onions slowly to bring out their natural sweetness.
• Don’t rush the onions; golden-brown onions create a much richer gravy.
• Chicken or vegetable broth can be substituted, although beef broth gives the gravy a deeper flavor.
• Add a splash of dark ale to the gravy for a richer variation.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3–4 days.

Prep & Cooking Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Meta Description

Make classic Bangers and Onions with juicy sausages, caramelized onions, and rich savory gravy. Serve this comforting family dinner over creamy mashed potatoes.