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Country Gravy

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This Country Gravy Recipe is a delicious recipe that has been a staple in Southern kitchens for generations. Whether you’re serving it over biscuits, steak Fingers, potatoes, or anything else, there’s no denying that country gravy is simply heavenly.

Country-Gravy

This Country Gravy Recipe goes perfectly over Steak Fingers, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, or even dipped in french fries. It is a staple in the Southern Kitchen and can be made with sausage, bacon, Cubed Steak, or even just plain butter.

I love to use the Country Gravy Recipe on Sunday mornings with breakfast. I usually make it in a large pot, so there’s enough for everyone. Sometimes I like to use a combination of sausage and bacon, as this gives it a nice flavor. You can also add some diced onion or bell pepper for extra flavor. Once the gravy is cooked, I serve it over biscuits with scrambled eggs. It’s delicious!

Another way to enjoy Country Gravy Recipe is to serve it over steak fingers or chicken fried steak. This is a great way to get a tasty meal without too much fuss. The gravy goes perfectly with the crunchy breading and is sure to be a hit with your family!

Country Gravy Recipe can also be used as a topping for potatoes, either mashed or baked. You can use either butter or margarine to make it even more creamy and delicious.

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Note: Country Gravy is also known as sawmill gravy, white gravy, and cream gravy. With its creamy texture and savory taste it’s sure to please any food lover.

Country Gravy Ingredients

  • ½ Cup Reserved Frying Oil from steak fingers or you can use bacon grease or butter.
  • 5 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour: all-purpose flour works best for this recipe. I would not use bread flour.
  • 1 ½ Cups Whole Milk: Use whole milk or heavy cream not skim milk. Skim milk has fewer calories and fat, but it won’t give the same creamy texture to your dish.
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper

How to make Country Gravy

  • Remove all but ½ cup of frying oil from the cast iron pan that was used to fry the steak strips. Or you can use 1/2 cup butter or bacon grease.
  • Heat over medium and whisk in the flour.
  • Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to remove the flour taste.
  • Add in the milk, salt, and pepper.
  • Whisk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  • Season to taste. 

Tips & Tricks

  • Use bacon fat or butter instead of the oil from the steak fingers when possible as it will give a superior flavor to the gravy.
  • Before adding the flour, brown it over medium heat until it is lightly golden and fragrant.
  • Add ample seasonings such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for extra flavor.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk until the desired consistency is reached; add more or less milk to achieve a thinner or thicker consistency respectively.
  • Simmer over low heat and stir occasionally until desired taste and thickness are reached.
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FAQs about cheesecloth

You can use either The grease from frying steak fingers, bacon fat (from cooked bacon), or butter as the base for your gravy – all will work well but butter will produce a milder flavor than bacon or steak fat so choose whichever suits your taste preferences.

Absolutely! Feel free to get creative and add additional flavors such as rosemary, thyme, chives, or diced onions to customize the flavor of your country gravy. Just keep in mind that adding too many additional ingredients may overpower the original flavor so go easy with them!

Country gravy can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To reheat, simply place in a saucepan on low heat and stir until heated through. Enjoy!

Yes, country gravy can be frozen for up to two months. To ensure the best flavor and texture when thawing, it’s recommended that you transfer the gravy to an airtight container before freezing.

When you are ready to use it, thaw the gravy in the refrigerator overnight; heat it on the stovetop or in a microwave oven until warmed through.

Country gravy has been around for generations due to its simple yet delightful flavor that pairs perfectly with all types of dishes. From biscuits and gravy to chicken-fried steak, there’s no end to the delicious possibilities that country gravy can bring.

So next time you’re looking for comfort food done right – look no further than this beloved classic recipe!

With just four basic ingredients plus any extras you like, you’ll be able to whip up a batch of homemade country gravy in no time at all!

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Country Gravy

Yield: 1
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

his Country Gravy Recipe is a delicious recipe that has been a staple in Southern kitchens for generations. Whether you’re serving it over biscuits, steak Fingers, potatoes, or anything else, there’s no denying that country gravy is simply heavenly.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Remove all but ½ cup of frying oil from the cast iron pan that was used to fry the steak strips. Or you can use 1/2 cup butter or bacon grease.
  2. Heat over medium and whisk in the flour.
  3. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes to remove the flour taste.
  4. Add in the milk, salt, and pepper.
  5. Whisk and cook over medium heat until thickened.
  6. Season to taste. 

Notes

  • Use bacon fat or butter instead of the oil from the steak fingers when possible as it will give a superior flavor to the gravy.
  • Before adding the flour, brown it over medium heat until it is lightly golden and fragrant.
  • Add ample seasonings such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for extra flavor.
  • Slowly whisk in the milk until the desired consistency is reached; add more or less milk to achieve a thinner or thicker consistency respectively.
  • Simmer over low heat and stir occasionally until desired taste and thickness are reached.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 161Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 249mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 2g

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