gravy 101-perfect gravy

By momofsixplus1

the secret to smooth gravy is all in step three

Ingredients

• drippings from cooked meat
• hot water or beef broth
• 1/4 cup flour
• salt and black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

pour drippings(juice and fat) from roasting pan into a heatproof measuring cup or fat separator. let stand until fat rises.

remove 1/4 cup of the fat; return to the roasting pan. discard remaining fat. add enough water or broth to the remaining drippings to measure 2 cups.

gradually add flour to the drippings mixture, stirring constantly with wire whisk until well blended and until mixture forms a smooth paste that is golden brown in color.

return drippings mixture to roasting pan over two burners. bring to a boil. reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring frequently.

season to taste with salt and pepper, stirring lightly with a whisk.

makes 2 cups.