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Gravy boat filled with homemade country gravy next to a plate of biscuits.
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Quick and Easy Homemade Country Gravy

This creamy and delicious Homemade Country Gravy turns any meal into comfort food. With just a few simple ingredients and easy instructions, my recipe will help you make the perfect white gravy in no time.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time13 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Condiment, Dinner, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 69kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste

Instructions

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet placed over medium high heat.
  • Sprinkle flour over the melting butter.
  • Whisk constantly until mixture turns very light brown, about 1 minute.
  • Slowly add in half of the milk and whisk to make sure there are no lumps.
  • Add the rest of the milk and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened to your preference, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add salt and pepper and taste. Adjust seasoning if needed. (optional: add ½ teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon sage)
  • Hint: If gravy appears lumpy, pass through a fine mesh strainer then add more pepper, if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

If you follow the recipe as written, you should get 2 cups of medium thick gravy that drips in a steady stream off of your ladle or spoon. If you would like it to be thicker, simply simmer it a little bit longer. If it's too thick for you, had a little bit of milk, and whisk you get the consistency you like.
Storage: Store leftover gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating: If frozen, thaw before reheating. Place in a saucepan and add a splash of milk. Whisk and heat on medium-low until hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 169mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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