Best 2 All Purpose Gravy Recipes
**Unleash the Culinary Magic of Gravy: A Versatile Sauce to Elevate Your Meals**
Gravy, a culinary masterpiece, transforms ordinary dishes into extraordinary experiences. It's a versatile sauce that adds richness, depth, and irresistible flavor to a wide variety of dishes, from hearty roasts and succulent steaks to humble vegetables and savory casseroles. With its magical ability to elevate the ordinary, gravy has earned a cherished place in kitchens and dining tables across the world.
This comprehensive guide unveils the secrets of creating impeccable gravy, empowering home cooks to transform everyday meals into culinary masterpieces. Discover the art of crafting a velvety smooth, flavorful sauce that complements and enhances the natural flavors of your favorite dishes.
Inside, you'll find a collection of carefully curated gravy recipes, each offering a unique flavor profile to suit your culinary preferences. From the classic brown gravy, a timeless accompaniment to roasted meats, to the vibrant green gravy, a refreshing twist on traditional recipes, this guide has something for every palate.
So, embark on a culinary adventure, embrace the versatility of gravy, and elevate your meals to new heights of flavor. Let these recipes guide you in creating unforgettable gravy that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds and those of your loved ones.
ALL-PURPOSE GRAVY
An America's Test Kitchen recipe that I received in an email. What's great about it is that it can be made ahead and frozen (a great holiday time saver!) since it doesn't use any pan drippings.
Provided by Soup Fly
Categories Sauces
Time 42m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat butter in large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add vegetables and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and well-browned (about 7 minutes).
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Add flour, stirring constantly, until well-browned (about 5 minutes).
- Gradually add broths while whisking constantly.
- Bring mixture to boil and skimming off any foam on surface.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add bay leaf, thyme, and peppercorns.
- Simmer, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes until thickened and reduced to 3 cups.
- Strain gravy through fine-mesh strainer.
- Press on solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Add salt & pepper to taste.
- To thaw frozen gravy:.
- Add gravy to pan with 1 tablespoon of water and warm on low heat until thawed.
- Gravy may appear to have separated.
- Whisk vigorously to recombine.
ALL PURPOSE GRAVY
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. In food processor, pulse carrot until broken into rough 1/4-inch pieces, about five 1-second pulses. Add celery and onion. Pulse until all vegetables are broken into 1/8-inch pieces, about five 1-second pulses. 2. Heat butter in large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. When foaming subsides, add vegetables and cook, stirring frequently until softened and well browned, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat to medium Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until thoroughly browned and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Whisking constantly, gradually add broths. Bring to boil, skimming off any foam that forms on surface. Reduce heat to medium-low and add bay leaf, thyme, and peppercorns. Simmer, stirring occasionally until thickened and reduced to 3 cups, 20 to 25 minutes. 3. Strain gravy through fine-mesh strainer into clean saucepan, pressing on solids to extract as much liquid as possible; discard solids. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Serve hot. If you want to double the recipe, use a Dutch oven to give the vegetables ample space for browning. And increase the cooking times by roughly 50 percent. The finished gravy can be frozen. To thaw either a single or double recipe, place the gravy and 1 tablespoon of water in a saucepan over low heat and bring slowly to a simmer. The gravy may appear broken or curdled as it thaws, but a vigorous whisking will recombine it.
Tips:
- Use a flavorful base: Start your gravy with a flavorful base such as pan drippings from roasted meats, sautéed vegetables, or a combination of both. This will add depth and richness to the final gravy.
- Thicken the gravy gradually: To avoid lumps, whisk in the thickener (flour or cornstarch) slowly, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. You can always add more thickener, but it's difficult to remove it once it's been added.
- Season to taste: Taste the gravy throughout the cooking process and adjust the seasonings accordingly. Common seasonings for gravy include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs like thyme, rosemary, or sage.
- Use a strainer: To remove any lumps or impurities, strain the gravy through a fine-mesh strainer before serving. This will result in a smooth, velvety gravy.
- Store leftovers properly: If you have leftover gravy, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat gently over low heat until warmed through.
Conclusion:
With these tips in mind, you can easily make a delicious all-purpose gravy that will enhance any meal. Whether you're serving it with roasted turkey, chicken, beef, or vegetables, this versatile gravy is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make gravy, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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