Brown Gravy Recipe

This brown gravy recipe is a versatile essential for any kitchen, adding rich, savory flavor and a smooth texture to dishes like mashed potatoes, roast beef, or Yorkshire pudding, enhancing each bite with its delicious depth.

Print Pin

Course: sauce

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Brown Gravy Recipe

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 17

Servings: people

Ingredients

1 14 ounce can beef broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it starts to foam. Gradually add the flour, whisking continuously to create a smooth, paste-like consistency. Continue to cook and stir the mixture until it achieves a light golden brown color, approximately 5 minutes.
Slowly pour in the beef broth, whisking vigorously to prevent any lumps from forming. Allow the mixture to simmer and thicken for about 2 minutes, ensuring a smooth texture. Incorporate the ketchup, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper into the mixture.
Continue to cook the gravy, whisking frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 5 more minutes. Adjust seasoning as necessary, and serve hot.