Beef Gravy Rich Sauce (Print Version)

Savory beef sauce with rich flavors, ideal for enhancing meats and hearty sides.

# Recipe Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups low-sodium beef stock or broth
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or beef drippings

→ Thickener

03 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

→ Flavorings

04 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
05 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
06 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - Salt, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter or beef drippings.
02 - Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture turns lightly golden.
03 - Gradually whisk in the beef stock, maintaining constant stirring to avoid lumps.
04 - Stir in Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
05 - Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 8 minutes until thickened to desired consistency.
06 - Taste and season with salt as required.
07 - Strain the sauce through a fine mesh strainer for a smoother texture if desired; serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This gravy feels like a warm hug in a bowl, giving plain dishes that special something you'll want to keep secret from everyone else.
  • Once you master this, you'll notice how quickly it became a staple for holidays and simple Sunday dinners alike.
02 -
  • Whisking constantly while adding stock is key to preventing lumps and ensuring a silky smooth gravy.
  • Using beef drippings instead of butter changes everything, imparting a deep, meaty richness that you won't want to go back from.
03 -
  • Toast the flour a bit longer if you want a deeper, nuttier flavor but watch closely to prevent burning.
  • The secret is low and slow simmering to let the flavors marry without breaking down the texture.

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