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Velvety Homemade Brown Gravy Without Pan Drippings

A close-up of rich, dark homemade brown gravy garnished with fresh thyme sprigs in a white bowl.
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Make rich, savory brown gravy from scratch on the stovetop in under 20 minutes. This easy recipe uses broth instead of meat drippings, resulting in a smooth, classic sauce perfect for mashed potatoes or meatloaf.

Ingredients

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  • 60 g salted butter
  • 35 g all-purpose flour
  • 480 ml beef broth
  • 240 ml chicken broth
  • 0.5 g dried thyme
  • 1 g onion powder
  • 1 g garlic powder
  • 0.5 g ground black pepper
  • 1 g salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Combine the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt completely.
  2. Whisk the flour into the melted butter. Cook this roux, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes until it turns a light, nutty brown color. Do not let it burn.
  3. Slowly whisk in the beef broth and chicken broth, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the liquid is smooth.
  4. Add the dried thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Stir well to combine the seasonings.
  5. Bring the gravy to a simmer, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency. This is your stovetop gravy instructions for a perfect finish.
  6. Taste the gravy and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve this comfort food gravy hot over your favorite dishes.

Notes

  • For a darker color, cook the roux for an extra minute or two until it reaches a deeper brown shade.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy for roast beef, increase the flour slightly or let it simmer longer.
  • To make a make ahead gravy mix, combine the dry ingredients (flour, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper) and store in an airtight container. Use 4 tablespoons of mix per 1 cup of liquid when preparing.

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