Rich, Dark Brown Gravy: How to Make Smooth, Flavorful Gravy FAST for Thanksgiving.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth offers a lighter flavor while chicken broth is often more affordable.

beef drippings

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be less expensive.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: balsamic vinegar

Soy sauce can provide a similar umami flavor, while balsamic vinegar adds sweetness.

Gather ingredients: celery, green pepper, onion, garlic, and a stick of butter.

Melt the stick of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add flour gradually to the melted butter, stirring continuously to combine.

Cook the flour and butter mixture until it turns a nice brown color, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Once the desired color is reached, carefully pour in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps.

Add chopped onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic to the mixture, stirring slowly to incorporate.

Let the mixture simmer, allowing the vegetables to soften and release their flavors into the gravy.

Season with black pepper to taste, and adjust seasoning as desired.

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