Country Gravy Cream Gravy
Elevate your breakfast table or Southern-style dinner with this luscious Country Gravy Cream Gravy, a classic comfort food that pairs beautifully with biscuits, fried chicken, or mashed potatoes. This rich and velvety gravy is crafted from a simple yet flavorful blend of pantry staples like unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and whole milk, enhanced with freshly ground black pepper and optional garlic powder for a savory depth. For an extra indulgent twist, incorporate cooked bacon drippings or sausage grease to infuse the gravy with smoky, meaty notes. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, this creamy gravy provides the perfect finishing touch for hearty, homestyle meals. Whether you're recreating your favorite diner breakfast or adding a touch of nostalgia to your cooking, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Cooked bacon drippings or sausage grease (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. If using bacon drippings or sausage grease for additional flavor, add it to the skillet along with the butter.
Once the butter is fully melted and bubbling, whisk in the all-purpose flour. Stir constantly to create a smooth roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, until it turns a light golden color and loses its raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk, about 1 cup at a time, while continuously whisking to avoid lumps. Continue adding milk and stirring until the mixture is well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. You will notice the gravy starting to thicken. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the desired consistency is reached.
Season the gravy with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the gravy cool slightly. Serve warm over biscuits, fried chicken, or mashed potatoes for a comforting Southern-style dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.4 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.9 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 1467 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 925 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1163 mg | 25% | |
*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.
