Description
A rich and buttery gravy that brings warmth and flavor without needing drippings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1–2 onions or shallots, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Dash of soy sauce
- Milk or cream (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Sauté the onions until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Create the roux by sprinkling in the flour and cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the broth gradually, whisking to prevent lumps.
- Season with salt, pepper, and a dash of soy sauce.
- Finish with a splash of milk or cream, stirring to combine.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes or rice.
Notes
Adjust the thickness by adding more broth if needed. Taste and modify seasonings to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: gravy, vegetarian gravy, comfort food, easy recipes