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Beef Gravy

Your favorite meat and potatoes dinner isn't complete without this easy and delicious Beef Gravy recipe. The deep color and rich flavor makes this gravy the perfect topping to so many meals!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 65 kcal
Course: Main Course , Condiments , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter (optional, see notes above)
  • 4 cups beef broth (or beef drippings, or combination of both)
  • 3 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/3 cup water
  • beef bouillon to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a medium-sized sauce pan, combine butter, beef broth, onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and bring to a simmer.
  2. In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine cornstarch and water, stirring until well combined.
  3. While whisking the broth CONSTANTLY, slowly add cornstarch mixture to the saucepan. I like to pour in about a tablespoon at a time to gauge consistency. You may not need all of the cornstarch mixture, add only until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Add beef bouillon (or Kosher salt-- I just like the depth of flavor the beef bouillon adds as compared to straight up salt) and pepper to taste.
  5. Allow to simmer 2-3 minutes. Serve over potatoes, rice, poutine, or your favorite beef dishes.

Notes

  • Want to add some more flavor dimensions to your easy homemade brown gravy? Try adding some of these easy ingredients:
  • Worcestershire sauce - adds a deep, tangy flavor to the gravy.
  • Thyme or Rosemary - Bring a fresh, earthy flavor to your gravy with a teaspoon of thyme or rosemary. Let it simmer until all those fresh flavors are released. Add other fresh herbs too!
  • Chopped onion - sauté some finely chopped onion in a little butter before adding any other ingredients for a brighter flavor. 
  • Mushrooms - Any mushroom lovers out there? Slice up some mushrooms and sauté in butter over medium heat before adding to the gravy.

Nutrition Information

Calories 65kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 11mg (4%) Sodium 486mg (20%) Potassium 77mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 131IU (3%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 65

% Daily Value*

Calories 65kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 486mg 20%
Potassium 77mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 131IU 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.