Basic Gravy Recipes

These gravy are easy to make in no time if you are in a hurry. Perfect for everyday meal! I wouldn’t lie, I love mushrooms 😊

1. CHICKEN GRAVY
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter
2 1/4 cup chicken broth
Ground pepper to taste

2. BEEF GRAVY
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter
2 1/4 cup beef stock
Ground pepper to taste

3. MUSHROOM GRAVY
1/2 cup ground dry mushroom
1/4 cup flour
2 tbsp butter
2 cups water
Ground black pepper to taste

Method:
In a pan, melts the butter, then sprinkle flour. Keep stirring till flour is a little brownish. Then add the broth. Keep stirring till the gravy thickens. Season with ground black pepper to taste. Serve warm.

For mushroom gravy:
Melt the butter, sprinkle flour and ground mushroom. Mix and stir for about 2-3 minutes. Then, add water. Let it boils while keep whisking. When the sauce starts to thicken, simmer for about 1 minute until your desired consistency. Add ground black pepper to taste. Enjoy!
Here’s a comprehensive recipe guide for making Chicken, Beef, and Mushroom gravies, complete with an introduction, historical context, benefits, detailed instructions, nutritional value, and more.

Alternative Method for Making Gravy (Simplified Version)

If you’re looking for an easier way to prepare gravy with fewer steps but the same delicious outcome, here’s a streamlined method for Chicken, Beef, and Mushroom gravies.

Ingredients

Chicken Gravy:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup butter

2 1/4 cups chicken broth

Ground black pepper to taste

Beef Gravy:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/4 cup butter

2 1/4 cups beef stock

Ground black pepper to taste

Mushroom Gravy:

1/2 cup ground dried mushrooms

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp butter

2 cups water

Ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Make a Roux

1. Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes until smooth.

Step 2: Add the Liquid

1. Gradually pour the broth (chicken or beef) or water (for mushroom gravy) into the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.

2. For mushroom gravy, add the ground dried mushrooms with the water.

Step 3: Cook and Season

1. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens (about 3–5 minutes).

2. Season with ground black pepper to taste.

Step 4: Serve

Remove from heat and serve the warm gravy over mashed potatoes, roasted meats, or vegetables.

This simplified method focuses on the essentials, making it ideal for quick preparation without compromising flavor!

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