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Emergency Homemade Gravy Recipe

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  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 18 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups

Description

This Emergency Homemade Gravy is a quick and easy recipe perfect for when you need a flavorful gravy boost in under 20 minutes. Made with simple pantry staples like butter, flour, minced onion, poultry seasoning, garlic, and a mix of beef and chicken broth, this gravy delivers a rich, savory taste that enhances any meal. Whether for mashed potatoes, roast meats, or biscuits, this homemade gravy is a comforting addition that comes together effortlessly on the stovetop.

Ingredients

Gravy Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons minced onion
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 2/3 cups beef broth
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: In a large saucepan set over medium heat, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter until fully liquid and slightly bubbling.
  2. Create Roux and Cook Onions: Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to the melted butter to form a smooth paste. Add 2 tablespoons of minced onion. Cook this mixture for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until it turns a golden brown color, which develops flavor and removes the raw flour taste.
  3. Add Seasonings: Stir in 1 1/4 teaspoons of poultry seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic. Cook for about 30 seconds until the mixture is fragrant, enhancing depth and aroma in the gravy.
  4. Add Broths and Boil: Pour in 1 2/3 cups beef broth and 1/3 cup chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat to activate thickening of the gravy.
  5. Simmer and Thicken: Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens to a smooth consistency.
  6. Optional Strain: If desired, strain the gravy through a fine mesh sieve to remove minced onion and garlic bits for a silky texture, although this step is optional.
  7. Season and Serve: Season with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste. Serve the warm gravy immediately over your favorite dishes and enjoy this comforting classic.

Notes

  • This gravy freezes well; cool completely before transferring to airtight containers.
  • For a richer gravy, substitute beef broth with homemade stock or broth.
  • Adjust seasoning at the end to suit your preference.
  • Use low sodium broths if controlling salt intake.
  • To make gluten free, substitute flour with a gluten free all-purpose flour blend.
  • Prep Time: 8 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/emergency-homemade-gravy-recipe/