Ingredients

Basic Gravy

• ¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter

• ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour

• 16 ounces (453 g) broth, chicken, turkey, or vegetable

• ¼ teaspoon pepper

• ½ teaspoon salt, to taste

Thanksgiving Gravy (optional additions)

• ½ small onion, minced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

Directions

Basic Gravy

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.

2. Whisk in flour until no lumps remain. Cook for one minute.

3. Slowly add broth to pan, whisking to incorporate. Add pepper and whisk to incorporate. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking frequently, for about 5-7 minutes, or until desired thickness is achieved.

4. Remove pan from heat and season with salt to taste.

Thanksgiving gravy

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced onion and cook until softened and lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes. Add garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds.

2. Whisk in flour until no lumps remain. Cook for one minute.

3. Slowly add broth to pan, whisking continuously. Add poultry seasoning and pepper, whisking to incorporate. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking frequently, for about 5-7 minutes, or until desired thickness is achieved.

4. Remove pan from heat and season with salt to taste.