Brown Gravy

By loates501

It is important when adding liquid to a roux, to stir the entire time. This will prevent lumpy gravy.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil. (oil from cooked meat is even better)
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon ole bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in sauce pan
Add in flour and cook on low heat for 5 minutes or until flour gives off a slight nutty smell and turns a light tan color.
Add beef broth slowly, stirring constantly.
Add in seasonings.
Simmer on low heat until thickened. Stir frequently