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Brown Gravy Recipe

This easy Brown Gravy Recipe can be made in 10 minutes with NO drippings needed! Learn 3 secret ingredients to add the best depth of flavor, plus a chef-inspired finishing technique for a smooth, silky finish!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 69kcal
Author: Stephanie

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cube beef bouillon or 1 tsp better than bouillon
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce can sub soy sauce
  • 2-3 drops Kitchen Bouquet browning and seasoning sauce optional. Can also use Gravy Master.
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter

Instructions

  • Add the chicken broth, beef broth, beef bouillon, onion and garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce to a medium saucepan. Stir to combine.
  • Optional: If a darker color is desired, add 2-3 drops of Kitchen Bouquet browning and seasoning sauce. (Gravy Master works well too.)
  • Combine the cold water and cornstarch in a small Tupperware with a lid. Shake to combine.
  • Bring gravy to a boil. Whisk in cornstarch mixture. Allow gravy to thicken, then decrease to medium-low.
  • Let it gently simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until your desired thickness and concentration is obtained.
  • Remove from heat. Swirl in one tablespoon cold butter just before serving. This adds a silky, velvety finish.

Notes

  • This recipe yields 2 + 1/4 cups gravy.
  • If you have drippings: Add them in along with the beef and chicken broth, which will give you even more gravy. You can also measure out your drippings and top it off with enough broth to make 2 cups total. Bouillon may not be needed if drippings are being used—taste first and add if necessary.
  • This recipe is in The Cozy Cookbook on page 238!

Optional Ingredient Additions

  • Adding sliced onions and smashed garlic cloves are a great way to infuse more flavor into your gravy as it simmers! (Remove at the end before serving.)
  • Fresh Rosemary, Sage, and/or Thyme. Add at the end of cooking.
  • A splash of Dry Red Wine. Add with the broth.
  • A pinch of Dijon Mustard.
  • Ground Pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 69kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 702mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg