Is your meal missing something, and you’re not quite sure what? Maybe it’s gravy! Easy Homemade Gravy is a delicious and flavorful concoction that will bring any dish to life. Pour this gravy over your favorite dinner to infuse it with creamy savoriness! Easy Homemade Gravy is hearty and tasty, and it only takes 30 minutes to whip up so you should jump aboard this gravy train!
Ingredients
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups yellow onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cups turkey drippings, plus chicken stock, to taste, defatted and heated
- 1 tablespoon Cognac or brandy
- 1 tablespoon white wine, optional
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream, optional
Directions
Step 1 -In a large sauté pan, cook the butter and the onions over medium-low heat until the onions are lightly browned, about 12-15 minutes. Make sure the onions are fully cooked before you move on.
Step 2 -Sprinkle the flour into the pan and whisk it thoroughly until it becomes foamy, about 2 minutes.
Step 3 -Add the salt and the pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 4 -Add the warm turkey dripping-stock mixture and the Cognac, and cook uncovered until thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 5 -Add the wine and the cream, stirring to combine.
Step 6 -Serve.
