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Homemade Country Gravy

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1/2 cups 1x
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Description

This creamy and flavorful country gravy is made from scratch using simple ingredients. It’s a Southern staple that’s easy to whip up in minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (or bacon grease for extra flavor)
  • 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 cups whole milk (warm)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. Melt the Butter:
    • In a medium skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. If using bacon grease, heat it until it begins to sizzle slightly.
  2. Make the Roux:
    • Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter, whisking constantly. Cook the mixture for 1-2 minutes until it turns a light golden color.
  3. Add the Milk:
    • Slowly pour in the warm milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
  4. Season the Gravy:
    • Add the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Stir well to combine.
  5. Simmer and Thicken:
    • Continue cooking the gravy over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
  6. Taste and Adjust:
    • Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Serve:
    • Serve hot over biscuits, chicken fried steak, fried chicken, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • For sausage gravy, cook 1/2 pound of breakfast sausage in the skillet first, remove excess grease, and proceed with the recipe, adding the cooked sausage back in at the end.
  • For a richer gravy, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.
  • Leftover gravy can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of milk to restore its consistency.

Find it online: https://recipe.ukfinda.com/homemade-country-gravy.htm