How to Make Gravy From Drippings

How to Make Gravy From Drippings

from bakingmischief.com
15 min
6 servings

How to Make Gravy From Drippings: your guide to making the best, easy homemade gravy from pan drippings.

Ingredients

  • Fine-mesh Strainer
  • 2 tablespoons fat from pan drippings
  • 2 tablespoons (15g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups water (or chicken broth or milk)
  • 4 tablespoons (2oz) salted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Freshly squeezed lemon juice to taste (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of fat from skillet, retaining any browned solid bits in the pan.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, add 2 tablespoons of fat from pan drippings. Scrape solid, browned bits from the original cooking pan and add them to the skillet (skip this step if you don't have a fine-mesh strainer). 

  3. 3

    Heat fat over medium-high heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until any solid bits in the drippings are well-browned. Add flour and whisk until lightly golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Slowly pour in the water/broth/milk, whisking out any lumps as they form.