Chicken Gravy Beef Gravy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Chicken Gravy

Great with: Roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, stuffing

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp butter or chicken fat
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 cups chicken stock (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/2 tsp garlic powder or onion powder

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Whisk in flour and cook until light brown (2–3 minutes).
3. Gradually add chicken stock, whisking constantly.
4. Cook until thickened, about 5–8 minutes.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.

2. Beef Gravy

Great with: Roast beef, meatloaf, mashed potatoes

Ingredients:
• 2 tbsp beef drippings or butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth (or pan drippings + broth)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. In a skillet, melt beef drippings or butter over medium heat.
2. Add flour and whisk to form a roux; cook until deep golden brown (about 3–5 minutes).
3. Gradually whisk in beef broth until smooth.
4. Simmer until gravy thickens, 5–10 minutes.
5. Add Worcestershire sauce for depth, and season to taste.