Easy homemade gravy recipe

Here’s a simple recipe for homemade gravy:

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Ingredients for Easy homemade gravy recipe:

2 tablespoons of butter or drippings (from roasted meat)
2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
2 cups of broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a skillet or saucepan, melt the butter or drippings over medium heat.
Once melted, sprinkle the flour evenly over the butter or drippings. Stir constantly to combine and cook for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden brown. This is your roux, which will thicken the gravy.
Slowly pour in the broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Continue to cook and stir the gravy until it thickens to your desired consistency, typically about 5-10 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Once the gravy is thickened and seasoned to your liking, remove it from the heat and serve hot over mashed potatoes, roasted meats, or any other dish of your choice.

Enjoy your homemade gravy!

FAQs

How is gravy made from scratch?
Gravy from scratch typically involves creating a roux by melting fat (such as butter or drippings) in a pan, then whisking in flour until it forms a smooth paste. Broth or stock is gradually added while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. The mixture is then simmered until thickened to the desired consistency, seasoned with salt and pepper, and served.
What is the formula for gravy?
The basic formula for gravy involves a fat (like butter or drippings), a thickening agent (such as flour or cornstarch), and a liquid (such as broth or stock). The fat and thickening agent are combined to form a roux, then the liquid is gradually added to create the desired consistency.
How to make canned gravy taste homemade?
To make canned gravy taste homemade, you can enhance its flavor by adding aromatics such as sautéed onions, garlic, or herbs. You can also enrich the gravy with additional stock or broth, a splash of wine or Worcestershire sauce, and seasoning to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. Simmer the gravy for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
How to make gravy if you don’t have flour or cornstarch?
If you don’t have flour or cornstarch, you can thicken gravy using alternatives such as arrowroot powder, tapioca starch, potato starch, or even pureed vegetables like potatoes or cauliflower. These alternatives can be mixed with a small amount of cold water to form a slurry, which is then gradually whisked into the hot liquid until thickened. Adjust the amount of thickening agent as needed to achieve the desired consistency.