How to Make Mama's Tomato Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things more comforting than a steaming plate of pasta covered in a rich, hearty tomato gravy. This classic Italian dish is a staple in many households and is often a family recipe passed down from generation to generation. One such beloved recipe is Mama's Tomato Gravy, a savory and flavorful sauce that is the perfect accompaniment to any pasta dish.

Mama's Tomato Gravy is a labor of love, requiring a handful of simple ingredients and a bit of patience to allow the flavo...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup bacon drippings
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups water
  • ½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 2 cups

  • Heat bacon drippings in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir the flour into the bacon drippings and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned. Slowly pour the water into the flour mixture while whisking. Whisk in the tomato paste. Cook the mixture until it begins to thicken. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thick, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    86 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 96mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 110mg