Easy Homemade Gravy
Whip up rich, velvety perfection with this Easy Homemade Gravy recipe, the ultimate finishing touch to elevate any meal. Made with just five simple ingredients—unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, savory chicken or beef stock (or roasted meat drippings), and a dash of seasoning—this classic recipe comes together in a mere 15 minutes from start to finish. The star technique here is crafting a smooth, golden roux that gives the gravy its silky texture and deep, comforting flavor. Customize it with optional herbs like thyme or rosemary for a gourmet twist, then drizzle it generously over fluffy mashed potatoes, tender roasted meats, or buttery biscuits. Perfect for holiday feasts or cozy weekday dinners, this quick and easy gravy recipe is your go-to for achieving restaurant-quality results at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or beef stock (or drippings from roasted meat)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons optional herbs, such as thyme or rosemary (fresh or dried, for flavor)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, gradually whisk in the flour and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mixture forms a smooth, golden paste. This is called a roux.
Slowly pour in the stock, a little at a time, while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Continue to whisk until the gravy begins to thicken and reaches your desired consistency (approximately 5 minutes).
Season with salt, black pepper, and optional herbs to taste.
If desired, strain the gravy through a fine mesh sieve to ensure a smooth texture before serving.
Serve warm over your dish of choice, such as mashed potatoes, roasted meat, or biscuits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.9 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1875 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 224 mg | 5% | |
*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.
