Homemade Brown Gravy From Scratch!

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.

Melt butter in a saucepan.

Add flour to the melted butter and whisk over medium heat until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

Gradually pour in water while whisking to avoid lumps.

Add beef bouillon and chicken bouillon cubes, stirring to combine until dissolved.

Stir in paprika and onion powder.

Simmer the mixture over low heat until thickened.

Cooking Techniques

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