Homemade White Gravy
Ingredients
The roux
-
¼
cup
butter
-
¼
cup
all-purpose flour
-
¼
teaspoon
dried thyme
-
1
teaspoon
salt
-
½
teaspoon
freshly ground black pepper
-
1
pinch
cayenne pepper
The liquid
Instructions
- 1. Warm a medium saucepan over medium heat and melt the butter.
- 2. Whisk in the flour, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne to form a roux and cook for 2 minutes.
- 3. Gradually add 2 tablespoons of milk, whisking until smooth.
- 4. Continue adding milk in 2-tablespoon increments, whisking constantly until all milk is incorporated.
- 5. Reduce heat to low and let the gravy simmer for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally until thick.
- 6. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired, then serve warm.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8
Calories
205
Total fat
16g
Total carbohydrates
12g
Total protein
5g
Sodium
735mg
Cholesterol
43mg
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