Savory Beef and Gravy Over Creamy Mashed Potatoes

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast or stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra depth)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (or flour) mixed with ¼ cup cold water (for thickening)

For the Mashed Potatoes:

• 4 large russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• ½ cup heavy cream (or milk)
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)

Preparation

Step 1: Cook the Beef and Gravy

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