Brown Gravy
Ingredients
- • 60 g butter
- • 60 g all-purpose flour
- • 500 ml beef broth
- • 2 tsp onion powder
- • 1 tsp garlic powder
- • 15 ml Worcestershire sauce
- • 5 ml soy sauce
- • 1 sprinkle salt to taste
- • 1 sprinkle black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat
- 2
Once butter is melted and bubbling, whisk in the flour continuously for 2-3 minutes to create a roux, cooking until it turns a light golden brown
- 3
Gradually pour in the beef broth while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming
- 4
Add onion powder, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce, stirring to combine
- 5
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency
- 6
Season with salt and pepper to taste
- 7
If gravy becomes too thick, whisk in additional broth; if too thin, simmer longer to reduce
- 8
Strain through a fine-mesh sieve if you prefer a perfectly smooth gravy...
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition data is approximate and derived from OpenFoodFacts.org. Values may vary based on ingredients, brands, and preparation methods. Not intended as dietary or medical advice.
Chef's Note
"This foolproof gravy transforms any meal into comfort food heaven - perfect over mashed potatoes, meatloaf, or roasted meats. Master this simple technique once, and you'll never reach for store-bought gravy again."
