Baloney Bologna Gravy
Transform your breakfast or comfort food game with this retro-inspired Baloney Bologna Gravy, a rich and savory delight that’s perfect for hearty mornings or cozy dinners. This easy, 25-minute recipe takes humble bologna to new heights by crisping it to perfection before folding it into a velvety roux-based gravy infused with garlic, onion, and a touch of black pepper. Perfectly seasoned and creamy, this dish is a nostalgic nod to Southern-style cuisine and pairs beautifully with fluffy biscuits, buttery toast, or mashed potatoes. Whether you're looking for a quick meal idea or a unique take on gravy, this recipe delivers bold flavor with the simplest pantry staples.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz bologna
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp onion powder
Instructions
Dice the bologna into small cubes, approximately 1/4 inch in size, to ensure even cooking.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bologna. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and slightly crispy on the edges. Remove the bologna from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits left from the bologna to infuse the gravy with flavor.
Sprinkle the flour into the melted butter and whisk constantly to form a roux. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the roux turns a light golden color.
Gradually add the milk to the roux, a little at a time, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the browned bologna, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the gravy simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve hot over biscuits, toast, or mashed potatoes for a delicious and indulgent meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.9 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 329 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 3117 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.2 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 901 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1514 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
