How to Make Black Pepper Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black pepper gravy is a classic Southern staple that is often served with biscuits, fried chicken, or mashed potatoes. Its rich and creamy texture, combined with the bold and spicy flavor of black pepper, makes it a versatile and comforting sauce that is perfect for any meal.

With just a handful of ingredients, black pepper gravy is quick and easy to make, requiring only a few simple steps to achieve a decadent and flavorful result. Whether you are preparing a special breakfast, a hea...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups skim milk
  • ½ cup margarine
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground black pepper, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 4 cups

  • Pour milk into a microwave-safe container and heat in a microwave oven until warm, about 2 minutes.
  • Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and continue cooking until the mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour milk into the saucepan slowly while whisking. Cook and whisk until the mixture begins to thicken, about 3 minutes. Add pepper and salt. Continue whisking until the gravy comes to a boil, about 3 minutes more. Remove from heat.
  • Nutrition

    87 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 528mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 110mg