Slow Cooker Bangers and Mash

Slow cooker bangers and mash is an easy twist on a classic British food. Sausages slow cook with onions in a rich gravy directly right in the crockpot. The result is a comforting meal made with minimal effort. The flavorful sausages in an onion is perfect for serving over mashed potatoes with a side of peas. Instructions to make bangers and mash in the Instant Pot are also included.

Ingredients For Slow Cooker Bangers and Mash

• Sausages (Bangers)
• Onion
• Beef Broth
• Cornstarch or Arrow Root Starch
• Seasonings: dried thyme, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder
• To serve: mashed potatoes, peas

How To Make Slow Cooker Bangers & Mash

Slow Cooker

1. Add the broth, starch, thyme, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended & there are no lumps.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausages and cook until they are evenly browned on each side approximately 3 to 5 min.
3. Add sausages to the slow cooker with the onion. Stir to mix well. 
4. Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6.

Instant Pot

1. Turn on the Instant Pot to the high sauté setting. Add the oil and the sausages & cook until they are evenly browned on each side, approximately 3 to 5 min.  
2. Add sausage and brown on each side, 3-5 minutes. Remove sausage from IP. You may have to brown the sausages in batches.
3. Add onion and sauté for a few minutes until soft.
4. Add the beef broth, and using a wooden spoon, scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot to remove any bits that stuck to it. Make sure you scrape it well to avoid burning during cooking. Add the starch, thyme, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended & there are no lumps.
5. Add sausages back into the Instant Pot.
6. Close and seal vent. Select high pressure and set time for 5 minutes. When cooking time is done, quick-release the pressure. 

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Classic comfort food – Hearty, rich, and satisfying
• Flavor-packed gravy – Made right in the slow cooker!
• Browning adds depth – Extra flavor from searing the sausages
• Easy to make – Simple ingredients and hands-off cooking
• Great for family dinners – Crowd-pleasing and filling
• Perfect for meal prep – Reheats well

FAQs & Tips

What are “bangers”?

“Bangers” is a British term for sausages. The name bangers comes from the sausages themselves. During times of food shortages, sausages were made with added water which caused them to burst or bang when cooked. Today’s sausages don’t do this but the name stuck. Traditionally this dish features pork sausages, but these days there are plenty of variations using different types of sausages. 

What is bangers & mash?

Bangers and mash is a classic British comfort food with sausages (bangers) that you serve over mashed potatoes (mash) and top with an onion gravy. It’s a simple yet hearty dish that’s been a staple in the UK for generations and often served in pubs.

What type of sausages (bangers) should you use?

My sausages were uncooked. When I make this in the slow cooker, I pre-browned them in a skillet first. This is an optional step. If you’re using an (Instant Pot), this step is listed as an instruction since you can do it directly in the base. 

Are there any healthy sausages out there?

There are tons! For a list of additive-free sausage brands, click HERE.

How do you serve this?

Traditionally, bangers and mash is served with peas on the side but technically you can serve this however you like! 

How do you store leftovers?

Store leftover crockpot bangers & mash in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 

What size slow cooker did you use?

I use small 3.5-quart slow cooker. Feeding a larger crowd? Double the recipe and use a larger 6-quart!

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Slow cooker bangers and mash is an easy twist on a classic British food. Sausages are slow cooked with onions in a rich gravy that cooks directly right in the crockpot. The result is a comforting meal made with minimal effort. The flavorful sausages in an onion is perfect for serving over mashed potatoes with a side of peas. Instructions to make bangers and mash in the Instant Pot are also included.

• Author: Shannon Epstein
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 3 hours
• Total Time: 3 hours 15 mins
• Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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• 16 ounces bangers aka sausages, uncooked
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 1/4 cup cornstarch or arrow root starch
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon oil

For serving: 2 cups mashed potatoes, 2 cups cooked peas

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Instructions

Slow Cooker

1. Add the broth, starch, thyme, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended & there are no lumps.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausages and cook until they are evenly browned on each side approximately 3 to 5 min. An additional step is to add onions to the skillet once the sausages are done to brown them as well.
3. Add sausages to the slow cooker with the onion. Stir to mix well.
4. Cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours or LOW 4 to 6.

Instant Pot

1. Turn on the Instant Pot to the high sauté setting. Add the oil and the sausages & cook until they are evenly browned on each side, approximately 3 to 5 min.
2. Add sausage and brown on each side, 3-5 minutes. Remove sausage from IP. You may have to brown the sausages in batches.
3. Add onion and sauté for a few minutes until soft.
4. Add the beef broth, and using a wooden spoon, scrape the bottom of the Instant Pot to remove any bits that stuck to it. Make sure you scrape it well to avoid burning during cooking. Add the starch, thyme, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended & there are no lumps.
5. Add sausages back into the Instant Pot.
6. Close and seal vent. Select high pressure and set time for 5 minutes. When cooking time is done, quick-release the pressure.

Notes

Nutritional values will depending on which sausage you use.

Nutrition

• Serving Size:
• Calories: 365
• Sugar: 2.3 g
• Sodium: 1327.6 mg
• Fat: 31.8 g
• Saturated Fat: 12.5 g
• Carbohydrates: 6.1 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Protein: 15 g
• Cholesterol: 79.3 mg

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