Gravies

Brown gravy goes with so many Chinese dishes, from stir-fried veggies to chicken to beef. A touch of sesame oil is crucial for adding that complex, toasty flavor to the rich sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Classic white gravy usually has heavy cream in it which adds a lot of calories. This somewhat lighter version uses only milk, yet still makes a rich gravy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

We don't usually think of gravy as being the star of the show, but in this case it is. This hearty, meaty gravy can be served over mashed potatoes, noodles, biscuits, or other...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This proper Southern country gravy is thick and packed with crumbled sausage, perfect for pouring onto fluffy buttermilk biscuits.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A classic peppered, white cream gravy. Delicious on biscuits or chicken fried steak

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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This Creole-seasoned green tomato gravy is good on everything from pork chops and veggies to a cheesy bowl of grits. Throw in some Tabasco if you want extra heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Copy the famous gravy served at Kentucky Fried Chicken with this easy-to-follow home version.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Delicious Chinese brown gravy with restaurant-quality flavor. Mushrooms cooked in bacon fat ups the ante on the richness and umami of the gravy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Hungarians know their cold-weather comfort food. This spicy, creamy gravy is great poured over meatballs, mashed potatoes, and a hundred other savory staples.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Good gravy makes all the difference on a thanksgiving plate. Make a thick roux and throw in mushrooms. Perfect on turkey, of course, but also on mashed potatoes, stuffing, and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The added richness of instant coffee makes this gravy a decadent topping for meatloaf, turkey, or mashed potatoes. No flour, so it's gluten-free too.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Between the rich roux and the crumbles of crisp bacon, this savory creation is the perfect way to tie together a plate of biscuits and eggs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This isn't your typical turkey gravy. The pilgrims might not have approved of the jalapenos and spicy Cajun seasoning, but you'll be converted to the zesty side real quick.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Such a shame to miss out on savory Southern biscuits just because you're a vegetarian. No need to deprive yourself, just keep this recipe for on hand to satisfy all your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This low fat gravy recipe is a quick and easy way to make a delicious gravy without all the fat. Made with mushrooms, onions, and broth, this gravy is perfect for topping off your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't let those precious pan drippings go to waste. They're the key to this basic yet brilliant gravy. Nothing fancy, but gravy doesn't need to be.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sweet apple-raisin sauce with a hint of cinnamon is a marvelous match for savory ham.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Don't roast your next pork loin without this recipe. This rich, low-carb gravy is a treat to drizzle on slices of pork (or mashed potatoes for the carb-eaters).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Looking for a lighter and healthier gravy option? This foolproof recipe cuts out the fat, but not the rich flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This flavorful gravy made from roasted turkey wings can be made up to a week in advance (longer if you freeze the gravy). Perfect time saver over the holidays.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with chicken broth, onion powder, chicken bouillon granules, biscuit baking mix

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cornstarch, jalapeno peppers, cream, butter, salt, garlic, chicken bouillon cubes, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cane syrup, sweet potatoes, salt and cayenne pepper, water, pecan, garlic, onions, flour


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Kitchen Bouquet, dried thyme, meat fat drippings, water, milk or broth, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with biscuits, mushrooms, hard-boiled eggs, pork sausage, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour, black pepper, milk, cheddar cheese soup

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with water, cocoa powder, flour, sugar, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with ground beef, all-purpose flour, salt and pepper, evaporated milk, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, cranberry jelly, lemon juice, chicken broth, lemon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, bulk pork sausage, onion, all-purpose flour, milk, poultry seasoning, ground nutmeg, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with biscuits, breakfast sausage, milk, water, ham, sausage, or bacon grease, salt and pepper, flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with peas, cream of chicken soup, whole chicken, milk, mushroom soup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter or margarine, black pepper, dry milk powder, instant flour, chicken bouillon granules, sage, thyme


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt and pepper, turkey drippings, turkey neck and giblets, chicken broth, onions, carrots, dry white wine or water, celery leaves, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with tomato juice, bacon, onion, flour, salt, black pepper, diced tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with hard-cooked eggs, black pepper, giblets, water, butter, flour, pan drippings or chicken broth, milk or half and half, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with beef drippings, flour, egg, milk, water, salt, black pepper

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with side meat, bread, milk, salt, cornmeal

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with chicken bouillon cubes, milk, butter or margarine, all-purpose flour, herbs, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes