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Homemade gravy in a gravy boat, with a spoon dipping out some gravy.
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Homemade Gravy from Scratch

Follow these step by step instructions to make silky smooth homemade gravy.
Course Sauces and Dressing
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 92kcal
Author Deb Clark

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups warm chicken stock or pan drippings
  • ½ teaspoon minced fresh herbs optional
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons half and half or cream
  • salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • When completely melted, whisk in the flour. Whisk until the flour and butter turn into a smooth paste and look medium blonde in color; about 2 minutes.
  • Add the minced herbs and continue to whisk.
  • Slowly pour in stock, whisking the entire time. Continue to whisk until thickened and smooth.
  • Bring the gravy to a low bubble. As it simmers, it thickens and becomes glossy.
  • Remove from the heat then stir in the cream.
  • Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 193IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.3mg