Make-Ahead Gravy
Make-Ahead Gravy
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth, heated
- salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- lemon juice, a squeeze, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbling.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Add the flour to the melted butter. Whisk constantly to create a smooth roux. Continue to cook the roux for 3 to 5 minutes, whisking continuously, until it resembles wet sand and has a light golden color.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Gradually pour the hot chicken broth into the roux, whisking vigorously to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the gravy is smooth.
⏱️ 3 min
- 4
Bring the gravy to a full boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for approximately 3 minutes, or until it reaches your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
⏱️ 4 min
- 5
Taste the gravy and season with salt, black pepper, and a small squeeze of lemon juice to enhance the flavor. Adjust seasonings as needed.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Cool the gravy completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage. On the day of serving, gently reheat the gravy and whisk in any pan drippings from your roasted meat for added flavor.
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Make-Ahead Gravy
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth, heated
- salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- lemon juice, a squeeze, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbling.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Add the flour to the melted butter. Whisk constantly to create a smooth roux. Continue to cook the roux for 3 to 5 minutes, whisking continuously, until it resembles wet sand and has a light golden color.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Gradually pour the hot chicken broth into the roux, whisking vigorously to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the gravy is smooth.
⏱️ 3 min - 4
Bring the gravy to a full boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for approximately 3 minutes, or until it reaches your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
⏱️ 4 min - 5
Taste the gravy and season with salt, black pepper, and a small squeeze of lemon juice to enhance the flavor. Adjust seasonings as needed.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Cool the gravy completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage. On the day of serving, gently reheat the gravy and whisk in any pan drippings from your roasted meat for added flavor.