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Country Gravy Mix

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  • Prep Time: 5 minutes (for mixing the dry ingredients)
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes (for making the roux) + 2-3 minutes (for thickening the gravy)
  • Total Time: 8-10 minutes
  • Yield: Makes enough gravy mix for multiple uses (approximately 6 servings of gravy)
  • Category: Sauces and Gravies
  • Method: Whisking, Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make your own delicious, homemade country gravy with this easy-to-follow recipe! This versatile gravy mix is perfect for mashed potatoes, biscuits, rice, and more. Whether you’re adding sausage for a heartier touch or just enjoying the creamy goodness, this mix is sure to be a family favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup dry milk powder
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

Instructions

  • Whisk all ingredients together and store in an airtight mason jar (or any jar of your choice). This mix is good for at least 6 months.
  • To make gravy:
    • Melt 2 tablespoons of fat (butter, shortening, sausage fat, or bacon grease) in a saucepan over medium heat.
    • Add 3 tablespoons of gravy mix and cook for 3 minutes to make a roux.
    • Pour in 1 cup of water or milk (milk for a creamier gravy) and whisk until thickened.
    • Optional: Add browned sausage to the gravy to make sausage gravy.
  • Serve with your favorite dishes like mashed potatoes, biscuits, or rice and enjoy

Notes

  • This gravy mix can be stored in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
  • You can adjust the consistency by adding more liquid if you prefer a thinner gravy.
  • Sausage gravy can be made by adding browned sausage to the finished gravy for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (gravy mix)
  • Calories: 25 kcal
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 0.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg