September 30, 2017

gravy from scratch: a few tips

Who here LOVES gravy!?

🙋🏻 I do! I am a huge fan!!

summary:

use mirepoix – onion, carrots & celery
use stock instead of water
add herbs
add wine if you have it
tomato 🍅 paste adds color and flavor
thicken with flour
simmer, simmer, simmer
strain and finish with butter!! I forgot to mention this one in my video, but it will give the gravy a nice sheen and velvety texture!!
add a splash of lemon juice to brighten the whole thing up 🍋
be creative in your added flavors: add apples, beets, oranges, sage or even lavender