Tomato Gravy
Transform your comfort food game with this rich and velvety Tomato Gravy, a timeless Southern-inspired recipe that brings bold flavors to your table in just 35 minutes. Made with a creamy roux base, sweet and tender onions, and tangy canned diced tomatoes, this gravy is perfectly balanced with a touch of heavy cream, a hint of sugar, and aromatic spices like paprika. Whether you're drizzling it over fluffy biscuits, savory mashed potatoes, or steaming white rice, its silky-smooth texture and vibrant taste will make it your go-to sauce for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley and packed with customizable flavor options, this easy-to-make, hearty gravy is a comfort classic you'll crave again and again. Perfect for a cozy meal or family gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden and smells nutty.
Add the diced onion to the roux and sauté for 4–5 minutes, or until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) into the saucepan and stir to combine.
Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to thicken.
Stir in the heavy cream, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Adjust seasoning to taste.
Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the gravy reaches a silky consistency.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm over biscuits, rice, or mashed potatoes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
785 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.6 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.2 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 3252 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1151 mg | 24% | |
*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.
