Brown Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
146 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Brown Gravy
Description
The Brown Gravy recipe starts by gently cooking diced onions in vegetable oil or butter until tender, then adding garlic and dried thyme to deepen the flavor. A key step is making the roux by melting butter and stirring in flour, cooking this mix for several minutes to develop a nutty base without burning. Gradual addition of beef broth and water while whisking ensures a smooth consistency. Simmering thickens the gravy, resulting in a sauce suitable to strain for extra smoothness.
Brown gravy is a classic accompaniment that pairs well with roast meats, mashed potatoes, or homestyle dishes needing a savory sauce. Its rich flavor and smooth texture add depth without overpowering the main ingredients.
For best results, add liquid slowly while whisking to avoid lumps. If the gravy becomes too thin, mix flour or cornstarch with cold liquid and whisk it into the simmering gravy to thicken it. Straining or blending can fix any lumps that form during cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil or butter
- ½ onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried leaves
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cup beef broth condensed
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan cook onion and oil or butter over medium heat until tender. Add garlic and thyme, and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Add the butter and stir until melted, add flour and cook for 5 minutes stirring constantly to ensure the mixture doesn't burn or stick to the pot.
- Once cooked add the beef broth, 1 cup of water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling turn it down to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes or until gravy is thick.
- Strain through a mesh strainer and serve.
Notes
- Add liquid gradually while whisking to maintain a smooth gravy consistency.
- To thicken too-thin gravy, whisk in a slurry of flour or cornstarch mixed with cold liquid.
- If lumps appear, strain the gravy through a mesh sieve or blend gently until smooth.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 146 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 146 | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 31mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 399IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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