Do you want to learn how to make gravy? Gravy is a sauce of varying thickness, that can be used to top meats and side dishes.http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/gravy It is prepared by taking the drippings from cooked meats, mixing it with thickening agents, seasonings, and a variety of flavors to create a flavorful topping to meals. There are a few simple steps to follow to prepare flavorful, lump-free gravy, and there are a variety of flavors and spices that can be mixed to suit any taste.
Gravy can make or a break a meal. It should be flavorful, but not overpowering, enhancing the foods it is served with. Tasty lump- free gravy is easy to make, using either the microwave or the stove top.Read on to learn how to make gravy.
How to Make Perfect Gravy
This video demonstrates how to make gravy from pan drippings. The first step in the process is to pour the drippings into a measuring cup. After the drippings settle, you can remove the fat from the drippings. If you don't have enough fat in the drippings, you can add butter to make up the difference.
Step 1: What You Need to Make Gravy
These quantities will produce 2 cups of gravy. You can double, triple, or quadruple the recipe as necessary, as long as you have enough drippings.
- 2 tablespoons of pan drippings (you can add butter if necessary)
- 2 tablespoons of flour
- 2 cups of liquid (stock or bouillon is best)
Step 2: How to Make Gravy in the Microwave
The microwave is a simple way to make smooth gravy, but it works best for smaller quantities. If you are tripling or quadrupling the recipe above, you'll need to use the stove top method.
- Microwave the flour and drippings for one minute in a microwave safe bowl or 8 cup glass measuring cup.
- Remove the cup from the microwave, and whisk to blend.
- Add the liquid, whisking until smooth.
- Microwave on high for 3 minutes, then whisk.
- Repeat until thickened.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Step 3: How to Make Gravy on the Stove Top
- Take the meat out of the roasting pan, and drain the drippings into a separate cup.
- Place the roasting pan on the stove top, and replace 2 tablespoons of the drippings and the flour in the roasting pan.
- Heat over low heat, whisking up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Whisk in the liquid and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Boil until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
How to Make Country Gravy
This video features a guide to creating country gravy, also known as white gravy. Unlike gravy that is prepared from the drippings of cooked meats, country gravy is prepared using butter, flour, milk, salt, and pepper. This recipe makes for an excellent topping to certain meats, like fried chicken and country fried steak, and is great for country biscuits.
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Fast Facts
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Using a wire whisk instead of a spoon to stir the gravy will help ensure a smooth, lump-free gravy.
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Some people sauté the giblets and add them to the gravy, while others find this makes the gravy bitter
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It's important to cook the flour with the fat before adding the liquid to get rid of the starchy taste of the flour
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Experiment with different stocks and juices to personalize your gravy
