Easy Homemade Gravy: Butter to Perfection Recipe in Minutes

Name: Easy Homemade Gravy: Butter to Perfection Recipe in Minutes
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American / Comfort Food
Ingredients: 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (Or drippings from roasted meat for extra flavor); 1/4 cup All-purpose Flour (Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend); 2 cups Beef Broth (Warm, low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth also works); 1/2 teaspoon Salt (To taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground is best)

Learn to make a rich, flavorful homemade gravy from scratch with this easy recipe. Perfect for roast dinners, mashed potatoes, or any meal that needs a savory boost. This quick guide takes you from butter to a smooth, delicious gravy in no time.

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#Homemade

#Easy Recipe

#Comfort Food

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#Dinner Sides

#Thanksgiving

Ingredients ready for making gravy

Recipe Information

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

13m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

American / Comfort Food

English

Nutrition (per serving)

150

Calories

Protein

10g

Carbs

11g

Fat

Golden roux, the flavor base

Ingredients

Unsalted Butter
(Or drippings from roasted meat for extra flavor)
1 cup
All-purpose Flour
(Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend)
1 cup

Beef Broth
(Warm, low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth also works)
2 cups
Salt
(To taste)
1 teaspoon
Black Pepper
(Freshly ground is best)
1 teaspoon

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Gravy simmering to perfection

Instructions

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Melt butter (or meat drippings) in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly. Ensure the butter is fully melted and shimmering.
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Melt butter (or meat drippings) in a medium saucepan over medium heat until bubbly. Ensure the butter is fully melted and shimmering.
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Using meat drippings adds incredible depth of flavor.
2
Whisk in the all-purpose flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture (roux) is golden brown. This step is crucial for developing flavor and preventing a raw flour taste.
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Whisk in the all-purpose flour. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture (roux) is golden brown. This step is crucial for developing flavor and preventing a raw flour taste.
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Keep whisking to prevent lumps and ensure even browning.

3
Gradually whisk in the warm beef broth, a little at a time, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated before adding more. Continue whisking until the gravy is smooth and lump-free.
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Gradually whisk in the warm beef broth, a little at a time, ensuring each addition is fully incorporated before adding more. Continue whisking until the gravy is smooth and lump-free.
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Using warm broth helps prevent lumps more effectively than cold broth.
4
Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency. It will thicken more as it cools.
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Bring the gravy to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency. It will thicken more as it cools.
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If it's too thick, add more broth; if too thin, simmer longer.
5
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust as needed. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfect homemade gravy!
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust as needed. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfect homemade gravy!
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Always taste and adjust seasoning just before serving.