Gravy

Guide Note

Gravy can be made with any cooking base and liquid, including meats and vegetables for the base, and milk, cream, water, stock, broth, and more. Gravy is a popular dressing for numerous foods and is commonly associated with turkey graving served on Thanksgiving. Most gravies, derived from the excess fat and juices from cooked meats, are high in fat and are therefore unhealthy. Gravy made form vegetables is more healthy than traditional meat based gravy and is preferred on lighter fare.

Fast Facts

1. The word "gravy" first appears in Middle English as gravé
2. Common on biscuits, mashed potatoes, chicken fried steak
3. Italian-Americans use "gravy" to refer to tomato sauce

Gravy can be made from a number of sources. For meats, the drippings of fat and juice are captured and used. Another way is to simply use a bullion cube. For more great ideas on how to make your own gravy, check out Mahalo's guide to making great gravy.