Easy Old Fashioned White Gravy
Elevate your comfort food game with this quick and easy Old Fashioned White Gravy! Made with just five simple ingredients—unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, whole milk, salt, and black pepper—this creamy Southern classic comes together in only 15 minutes. The rich, velvety texture is achieved by crafting a perfectly smooth roux, while hints of seasoning make it irresistibly savory. Perfect for drizzling over fluffy biscuits, smothering mashed potatoes, or pairing with crispy fried chicken, this versatile gravy is a must-have for breakfast, brunch, or hearty family dinners. Ready in a flash, this foolproof recipe is ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until completely liquid and bubbling, about 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour into the melted butter while stirring constantly with a whisk to form a smooth paste (this is called a roux). Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously, to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the whole milk while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the gravy to cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency. If the gravy becomes too thick, simply whisk in a splash of milk to thin it out.
Season the gravy with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Remove the pan from heat and serve the white gravy immediately over your favorite dishes, such as biscuits, mashed potatoes, or fried chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.9 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 1374 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 621 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 791 mg | 17% | |
*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.
