Homemade Gravy
Transform your meals with the rich, velvety perfection of homemade gravy! This quick and easy recipe uses simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and unsalted chicken or beef stock to create a luscious sauce brimming with flavor. The secret lies in building a golden roux, lending the gravy its signature depth and nutty aroma, while optional additions like roasted meat drippings and fresh thyme elevate it to restaurant-quality excellence. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile gravy is the ultimate complement to roasted meats, mashed potatoes, or even biscuits. Impress your guests with this hassle-free and customizable recipe for homemade gravy that’s perfect for holidays, weeknight dinners, and everything in between!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken or beef stock (unsalted)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional)
- 0.25 cups Drippings from roasted meat (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and just starting to bubble.
Sprinkle in the flour, whisking constantly to create a smooth paste. Continue cooking for about 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. This is called a roux.
Gradually add the stock, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking vigorously to prevent lumps. Once all the stock is added, bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
If using drippings from roasted meat, stir them in at this stage for added flavor.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
Season with salt, black pepper, and thyme (if using), adjusting to taste.
Strain the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof serving dish to remove any lumps or thyme leaves, if desired.
Serve warm over your dish of choice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.0 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 183 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 2157 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 171 mg | 4% | |
*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.
