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Gravy Making Tips and Tricks

December 21, 2007

Plate of food covered in gravy.I agree that good gravy must start with flour that is slowly browned in the pan drippings (fat only!) before adding your liquid to thicken. Another helpful hint when making really good gravy is to use a slotted spoon. It seems to keep the gravy from forming the lumps so many complain about. When almost ready, season well with salt and pepper using the "taste test" method. It takes more than you'd think! Gravy isn't difficult but takes time and patience, and then is oh so good!

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By Maryann from Fort Lauderdale, FL

 
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November 21, 2008

How can I spruce up a gravy mix to taste "homemade"?

Cindy from Key West, FL

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November 21, 20080 found this helpful

I use broth instead of water when I'm using packets of dry mix. I also add chipped cooked giblets to the dry and to jars when I use that.

 

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November 22, 20080 found this helpful

My mother always added the pan drippings to gravy mix.

It tasted like it was home made!

 
By Sharon L M. (Guest Post)
November 22, 20080 found this helpful

Add your turnip or potato water to the mix!

 
November 24, 20080 found this helpful

I like to add fresh, sliced sauteed mushrooms to mine. Or you could just burn it :)

 
By Darrell (Guest Post)
November 24, 20080 found this helpful

Add pan drippings or some additional beef base or chicken base. Chicken or beef base can be found by soup or bouillon in the grocery store or in the spice aisle at Sam's Club. It's also great for soups or making a sauce or gravy.

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If you're making a turkey or beef roast, there's not a better substitute for real gravy. Just thicken the broth with corn starch dissolved in water and whisk it quickly as you heat it.

 
November 24, 20080 found this helpful

I, also, add pan drippings for chicken or turkey gravy, plus put some black pepper in. (Not alot) If it is beef or pork mix, add some onion powder along with some pepper, plus some drippings.

 
November 29, 20080 found this helpful

Thanks to all! I hope others also got a bit of 'gravy info'. I have been (for this year) making gravy for thirty or more years. Thanks again, Cindy

 
December 1, 20080 found this helpful

Hello,
I always make it with or without the drippings minus the grease. But to my gravy I add a can of cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken soup. I have had so many compliments and men who request my gravy.

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Good luck. Lori

 
March 19, 20090 found this helpful

Another thing I discovered quite by accident is that sodium free bouillon mixes make an excellent gravy stock with just a small amount of salt added (less than would be present in a "normal" bouillon or even a jarred soup base). These dietetic bouillons make a really heroic effort to create good flavor, although when made as directed they end up smelling wonderful and tasting lousy. A little salt and they smell wonderful and taste wonderful. Add some flour or cornstarch and olive oil to complete the gravy.

 
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October 26, 2013

I have a bad habit of adding too much corn starch or flour to my gravy. What could I do to eliminate the taste?

By Pauline from IN

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October 26, 20130 found this helpful

Instead of cornstarch, try adding butter, it thickens whilst leaving a nice taste. Or, add more liquid if you don't want to use butter.

 
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June 8, 2013

I love the rotisserie chickens my big box store offers.

Do you know how to create scrumptious gravy from these rotisserie chickens? I see the juices swimming in the bottom of the container, but my attempts for good gravy have been extremely disappointing.

Thank You in advance. :)

By Chris A.

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June 10, 20130 found this helpful

When I make a roux for store bought chicken, I usually use the drippings as part of the water in the recipe. You get all the flavor of what ever they use in your gravy. We love the Lemon Chicken, so good.

 
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