Gravy Recipe

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Indulge in the rich and velvety texture of this country gravy recipe, guaranteed to elevate your favorite savory dishes in only 10 minutes!

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Dressing, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Equipment

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lard fat, or unsalted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¾ cup chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
salt
pepper
garlic powder

Instructions

Add lard to a skillet. Add flour into the fat and cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
Gradually, pour in broth and milk, whisking until gravy is thickened and there are no more lumps (about 3-4 minutes).
Season with a little salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Remove gravy from skillet and pour over warm steaks, biscuits, etc.

Notes

Recipe tips.

This gravy is thickened using a roux base; see How to Make a Roux for tips and tricks.
For lump-free gravy, pour in the broth and milk gradually while whisking constantly and quickly.
If the gravy is too thick, whisk in a little more broth or milk. If it's too thin, continue to gently simmer, whisking occasionally, until it thickens further.
Taste the gravy as it thickens and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Store in an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in a saucepan on the stove over medium-low heat, or in the microwave in 30-second intervals.

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