This Southern Gravy is a comforting, velvety sauce that brings classic home-style flavor to any meal. Made with a simple roux of drippings or margarine and flour, it is enriched with beef bouillon for a deep, savory umami punch. The addition of milk or water creates a smooth, thick consistency that coats every bite beautifully. It is an essential accompaniment for country fried steak, fried chicken, or fluffy biscuits. Quick to whip up from pantry staples, this versatile sauce adds a hearty, satisfying element to everyday dinners without requiring hours of simmering.
Southern Gravy
Description
This Southern Gravy is a comforting, velvety sauce that brings classic home-style flavor to any meal. Made with a simple roux of drippings or margarine and flour, it is enriched with beef bouillon for a deep, savory umami punch. The addition of milk or water creates a smooth, thick consistency that coats every bite beautifully. It is an essential accompaniment for country fried steak, fried chicken, or fluffy biscuits. Quick to whip up from pantry staples, this versatile sauce adds a hearty, satisfying element to everyday dinners without requiring hours of simmering.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the drippings or margarine in a skillet over medium heat.
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Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns a golden brown color to remove the raw flour taste.
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Gradually pour in the milk or water while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
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Stir in the beef bouillon and black pepper.
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Continue cooking and stirring until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency and the bouillon is fully dissolved.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 474.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.2g21%
- Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
- Cholesterol 23.4mg8%
- Sodium 138.8mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 68.9g23%
- Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 16.9g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Store leftover gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk or water if it has thickened too much.
Tip: For a richer flavor, use real meat drippings from roasted beef or fried chicken instead of margarine.
Variation: You can mix the dry ingredients (bouillon, flour, pepper) ahead of time and store in a jar for quick gravy making.
