Beef Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
65 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Condiments, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Beef Gravy
Description
This Beef Gravy recipe combines broth or drippings with butter and powdered seasonings, gently simmered to develop flavor. It’s thickened by slowly whisking in a cornstarch and water mixture while simmering, which results in a glossy, smooth texture. The addition of beef bouillon gives extra richness beyond salt, balancing the savory taste.
The gravy is versatile, suitable for drizzling over mashed potatoes, rice dishes, or meat plates, enriching each bite. The spices used are simple but effective, with onion and garlic powders providing mild aromatic notes.
To adjust flavor profiles, the recipe notes suggest adding Worcestershire sauce for tang, fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for earthiness, sautéed onion for brightness, or mushrooms for umami. These variations allow cooks to tailor the gravy for their preferred meal.
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
- black pepper to taste, ground
Instructions
- 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.
- In a small bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine cornstarch and water, stirring until well combined.
- 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.
- 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.
- Allow to simmer 2-3 minutes. Serve over potatoes, rice, poutine, or your favorite beef dishes.
Notes
- Add Worcestershire sauce for a tangy depth to the gravy.
- Fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary can enhance the flavor during simmering.
- Sauté finely chopped onions before adding broth for a brighter flavor.
- Mushrooms sautéed in butter add umami richness when stirred into the gravy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 65 kcal
% 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.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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