How to Make Big Batch Creamy Gravy for a Crowd - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to feeding a large group of people, having a big batch recipe for creamy gravy can be a total game-changer. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast, a family gathering, or a community potluck, having a delicious and versatile gravy recipe on hand is essential. This recipe for Big Batch Creamy Gravy for a Crowd is not only easy to make, but it's also incredibly flavorful and satisfying.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 quarts milk
  • 1 cup half-and-half (Optional)
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 9 mins
  • Total Time: 19 mins
  • Servings: 25
  • Yield: 25 servings

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth, at least 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir half-and-half into the saucepan; season with salt and pepper. Add liquid smoke. Cook and stir until gravy is smooth and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    130 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 95mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 104mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 136mg