How to Make Old Fashioned Brown Gravy - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting, savory taste of old-fashioned brown gravy. Whether it's smothered over mashed potatoes, poured over a juicy steak, or used as a dipping sauce for roasted vegetables, this classic gravy adds depth and flavor to any meal. Making your own brown gravy from scratch is easier than you might think, and the results are well worth the effort.

Old-fashioned brown gravy is a staple in many traditional American and British dishes, and it has a rich, velv...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons pan drippings
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup water
  • salt and pepper to taste

Information

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

  • Immediately after removing roasted meat from its pan, drain off drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in the pan.
  • Sprinkle flour over drippings; cook and stir over medium heat until brown. Gradually stir in milk, whisking with a fork to scrape up all of the meaty bits from the pan, then gradually whisk in water.
  • Increase heat to medium-high; cook, stirring constantly, until gravy thickens, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    61 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 13mg
    • Sodium: 30mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 113mg