Description
White Gravy is a creamy, savory sauce often served with biscuits, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, or country-fried steak. Made from a simple roux of butter and flour, it’s enriched with milk and seasoned with black pepper for a rich and comforting flavor. This Southern classic is quick to prepare and can be customized with sausage, bacon drippings, or herbs for added depth. Perfect for breakfast or dinner, white gravy is a versatile and delicious addition to any comfort food meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Make the Roux:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
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Add Milk:
- Gradually whisk in milk, ensuring no lumps form.
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Season:
- Add salt and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens (about 5 minutes).
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Serve:
- Pour over biscuits, chicken, or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sauce/Gravy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: White Gravy