Salisbury Steak & Mashed Potatoes

recipe

• Step 1
  Peel & cube the potatoes.
• Step 2
  Cook the potatoes in a pot of salted boiling water for 10-15 min, or until fork-tender.
• Step 3
  While the potatoes are cooking, chop the shallot.
• Step 4
  Then drain the potatoes.
• Step 5
  Add the potatoes to a bowl. Season with salt & pepper. Add a pinch of nutmeg (optional).
• Step 6
  Add the milk & butter to the potatoes. Mash it all together with a fork or potato masher. Add more milk, if needed. Cover & keep warm.
• Step 7
  Melt the rest of the butter or a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the shallot. Cook, stirring for 1 min.
• Step 8
  Season the beef patties on both sides with salt & pepper. Then add the patties to the pan. Cook for 2 min on each side, or until done to your liking. Remove the meat from the pan. Set aside & keep warm.
• Step 9
  Add 2 tbsp of water (per serving) to the hot pan. Stir the water with the beef patty drippings to create au jus. Let the sauce thicken for 1-2 min.
• Step 10
  Serve the beef with the mashed potatoes & sauce. Enjoy!