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Brown gravy made with beef stock poured from ladle.
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Easy Brown Gravy (no drippings)

This easy brown gravy is made with beef stock and thickened with roux made of flour and butter! No drippings required and ready in under 10 minutes!
Prep Time3 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time8 minutes
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 124kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cup beef broth or beef stock
  • 6 Tablespoons flour see Note 1
  • 3 ½ Tablespoons butter
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon base (optional); See Note 2
  • bay leaf (optional)

Instructions

  • Make roux: Add butter and flour to a large pot and stir continuously until a roux is formed, about 2 minutes.
    3 ½ Tablespoons butter, 6 Tablespoons flour
  • Add beef broth and spices: Slowly pour in half the beef broth while stirring vigorously with a whisk. This will help prevent lumps. Once smooth and lump-free, add the rest of the beef broth, onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon base (if using), and bay leaf (if using).
    3 cup beef broth, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, bay leaf, 1 teaspoon beef bouillon base
  • Thicken: Let the gravy boil until thick and smooth, about 3 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Enjoy!
    salt & pepper to taste

Notes

Makes about 3 cups of gravy.
  1. Flour - Use all-purpose flour. For thinner gravy, reduce the amount of flour by about a tablespoon.
  2. Beef bouillon base - For a richer, deeper flavor without drippings, use this beef bouillon base, which contains roasted beef and other flavorings to give it a more robust flavor. It does contain salt, so use it sparingly and taste the gravy before adding additional salt.
  3. Storage & leftovers - Store in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. The gravy will thicken as it cools. To reheat, use the stovetop or microwave, occasionally stirring for a smooth consistency.

Nutrition

Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 745mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 262IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg