My Favorite Dried Beef Gravy for Biscuits Gravy
Transform your breakfast routine with this comforting recipe for **My Favorite Dried Beef Gravy for Biscuits Gravy**, a hearty classic you'll want to revisit again and again. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powder, this velvety gravy starts with a buttery roux blended seamlessly with whole milk for a luxuriously creamy texture. Packed with savory, bite-sized pieces of dried beef, it's a protein-packed upgrade to a timeless favorite. Served over warm, flaky biscuits, each bite delivers a rich, satisfying flavor that’s ideal for everything from leisurely brunches to quick weeknight dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes, this indulgent dish combines convenience with homemade comfort, making it the ultimate recipe for fans of old-fashioned biscuits and gravy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz dried beef
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 8 pieces flaky biscuits
Instructions
1. Roughly chop the dried beef into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
3. Gradually whisk in the all-purpose flour, stirring continuously to create a smooth roux. Cook the roux for 1-2 minutes until it turns a pale golden color.
4. Slowly pour in the whole milk, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps in the gravy.
5. Add the chopped dried beef to the skillet, stirring to combine.
6. Season the gravy with black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
7. Let the mixture simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
8. While the gravy is simmering, bake or warm the biscuits according to package instructions or your favorite recipe.
9. To serve, split the biscuits in half and ladle the dried beef gravy generously on top.
10. Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of black pepper or fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.1 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 6509 mg | 283% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.0 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.6 g | ||
| Protein | 108.1 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.6 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 1116 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 21.0 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 2599 mg | 55% | |
*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.
