Description
Hearty country gravy brings Southern comfort straight to your kitchen with rich, creamy goodness. Silky sauce drizzled over biscuits or chicken creates a classic meal that connects you to home-style cooking traditions.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups whole milk (warm)
- 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) all-purpose flour
Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Optional Fat Variation:
- 4 tablespoons (¼ cup) bacon grease (alternative to butter)
Instructions
- Prepare a medium skillet or saucepan and melt the butter or heat bacon grease over medium temperature until it develops a slight sizzle.
- Gently sprinkle flour across the melted butter, whisking vigorously to create a smooth, uniform mixture that prevents clumping.
- Continue stirring the butter-flour combination, allowing it to transform into a delicate golden hue and develop a rich, nutty aroma.
- Gradually introduce warm milk into the roux, maintaining constant whisking to ensure a silky, lump-free texture.
- Incorporate seasonings including salt, black pepper, and optional garlic powder, blending thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Reduce heat and allow the gravy to simmer, stirring consistently to prevent scorching and encourage gradual thickening.
- Monitor the gravy’s consistency, adjusting cooking time until it reaches a velvety, luxurious texture that coats the back of a spoon.
- Conduct a final taste test, refining seasoning with additional salt or pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Transfer the piping hot gravy to a serving vessel, ready to complement biscuits, chicken fried steak, fried chicken, or creamy mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Swap butter with olive oil or coconut oil for a dairy-free version that still provides rich flavor and smooth texture.
- Use gluten-free flour blend instead of regular flour to make the gravy suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Add a splash of chicken or vegetable broth to enhance depth and create a more complex flavor profile without overwhelming the dish.
- Experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary to customize the gravy’s taste and add an unexpected aromatic twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg