Fat-Free Gravy

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A light, flavorful Southern-style sauce perfect for holiday roasts and everyday comfort food.
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This fat-free gravy captures the essence of classic Southern cooking without the heavy richness. By utilizing defatted broth and skimmed drippings, you achieve a savory, aromatic sauce that complements roasted meats beautifully. The blend of flour and cornstarch ensures a smooth, velvety texture that coats potatoes and mashed vegetables perfectly. A touch of ketchup adds depth and color, while fresh herbs like basil or sage provide an earthy, aromatic finish. This recipe is ideal for health-conscious cooks who refuse to sacrifice flavor. It’s quick to prepare, using simple pantry staples, making it a reliable side dish for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Enjoy the comforting taste of home-cooked gravy with significantly fewer calories.

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Fat-Free Gravy

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 15.3

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This fat-free gravy captures the essence of classic Southern cooking without the heavy richness. By utilizing defatted broth and skimmed drippings, you achieve a savory, aromatic sauce that complements roasted meats beautifully. The blend of flour and cornstarch ensures a smooth, velvety texture that coats potatoes and mashed vegetables perfectly. A touch of ketchup adds depth and color, while fresh herbs like basil or sage provide an earthy, aromatic finish. This recipe is ideal for health-conscious cooks who refuse to sacrifice flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs quick to prepare, using simple pantry staples, making it a reliable side dish for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Enjoy the comforting taste of home-cooked gravy with significantly fewer calories.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Prepare your broth by cooking bones for soup, then straining the liquid.
  2. Refrigerate the strained liquid and any meat drippings overnight until the fat solidifies on top.
  3. Spoon off and discard the solidified white fat layer from the top of the broth and drippings.
  4. Measure 1 cup of the defatted broth and place it in a screw-top jar.
  5. Add 2 teaspoons of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to the jar.
  6. Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the powders are fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  7. Pour the slurry into a saucepan and place it over medium heat.
  8. Stir in 1 teaspoon of ketchup, salt, freshly ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon of basil (if using beef broth) or sage (if using chicken/turkey broth).
  9. Cook while stirring constantly until the gravy comes to a simmer and thickens to your desired consistency.
  10. If lumps form, use a blender or whisk vigorously until smooth.
  11. Serve warm over meat, potatoes, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 15.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 20.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 0.3g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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