Homemade Gravy
Homemade Gravy
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
Instructions
- 1
Begin by melting the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Once the butter is fully melted and shimmering, add the all-purpose flour to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the butter and flour are well combined, forming a smooth paste-like mixture known as a roux.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Continue to cook the roux over medium heat, whisking constantly, for about 1 minute until it develops a light golden color and a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Gradually pour the chicken or beef broth into the roux, a little at a time, while continuously whisking. This helps to prevent lumps and ensures a smooth gravy.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, continuing to whisk. As it heats and boils, the gravy will slowly begin to thicken to your desired consistency. This usually takes 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 4 min
- 6
Once the gravy has reached your preferred thickness, remove it from the heat. Taste and season with salt and black pepper, if desired. Serve immediately.
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Homemade Gravy
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
Instructions
- 1
Begin by melting the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Once the butter is fully melted and shimmering, add the all-purpose flour to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the butter and flour are well combined, forming a smooth paste-like mixture known as a roux.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Continue to cook the roux over medium heat, whisking constantly, for about 1 minute until it develops a light golden color and a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Gradually pour the chicken or beef broth into the roux, a little at a time, while continuously whisking. This helps to prevent lumps and ensures a smooth gravy.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, continuing to whisk. As it heats and boils, the gravy will slowly begin to thicken to your desired consistency. This usually takes 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 4 min - 6
Once the gravy has reached your preferred thickness, remove it from the heat. Taste and season with salt and black pepper, if desired. Serve immediately.