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    Pepper Gravy

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    Pepper Gravy Recipe- the perfect peppery gravy to smother your chicken, mashed potatoes, or biscuits in. Ready in 5 minutes and family approved!

    This is a favorite whenever you want a stick to your ribs, home cooked, comfort meal. It thick, peppery, and super flavorful.

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    peppered gravy on chicken strips
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    I love this on chicken strips, biscuits, and mashed potatoes!

    Check out my other delicious recipes here:

    • No Knead Bread
    • Make Ahead Mashed Potatoes
    • Smoked Chicken Quarters
    • Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

    This recipe is a variation of my no drippings gravy. It's just so flavorful and so easy to make!

    I can't wait for you to try it!

    Ingredients in Peppered Gravy

    Broth- Chicken or Beef

    Milk- whole or 2%

    All Purpose Flour

    Butter- I typically use unsalted but salted will work too

    Salt

    Pepper- For this recipe I like to use freshly ground pepper for bigger chunks and more peppery taste, however if you only have pre-ground pepper that’s ok

    gravy in cup
    You will never want powdered gravy again!

    Homemade pepper gravy doesn’t have to be hard! You don’t need a packet or a jar of premade gravy- this recipe is easy and delicious and you will never want anything else!

    Which broth to use?

    Beef broth will provide a browner gravy with strong beef flavor. Chicken broth is lighter and produces a whiter gravy that is full of flavor but not as strong.

    pouring gravy on biscuits
    This gravy is quick and delicious!

    Can you use drippings?

    Absolutely. Just make sure to strain the liquid, then use in place of the broth.

    How to make pepper gravy?

    1. Mix together your flour and melted butter. This will be the thickener for the gravy.
    2. In a sauce pan bring your broth and milk to a boil.
    3. Once boiling add the thickener, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
    4. Boil for another 1-2 minutes.
    5. Remove from heat and enjoy.
    adding butter to flour
    thickener mixed
    adding broth to saucepan
    adding milk to pan
    milk and broth simmering
    adding thickener to broth
    adding pepper to gravy
    gravy boiling
    peppered gravy after boiling

    Best Tips for Pepper Gravy


    Leftovers: Keep leftover peppered gravy refrigerated in an air tight container. Use within 4 days.

    Freezing: You can also freeze this gravy in a freezer safe container for at least 3 months.

    Reheating: I recommend reheating leftovers in a small saucepan- stirring until warm. You can also reheat in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until it is warm throughout.

    Gravy Boat: If you need a gravy boat here is one similar to my large one and here is a small one (pictured in the post- affiliate links).

    fork cutting into gravy on biscuits
    This gravy is perfect for biscuits and gravy!

    How to get gravy to be extra thick?

    You can either boil the gravy longer- while stirring or mix together another tablespoon of flour with melted butter then stir into the gravy.

    Why do you mix the flour and butter together before adding it to the broth?

    If you add flour straight to the broth it will clump and not dissolve fully- and no one wants clumpy gravy!

    What to serve with pepper gravy?

    I love using this on my chicken strips, sweet potato biscuits, and my delicious creamy mashed potatoes!

    If you like this recipe make sure to let me know in the comments!

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    Pepper Gravy Recipe

    Author: Lisa
    Pepper Gravy Recipe- the perfect peppery gravy to smother your chicken, mashed potatoes, or biscuits in. Ready in 5 minutes and family approved!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 7 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 tbs butter melted
    • 3 tbs flour
    • 2 cups chicken or beef broth
    • ⅓ cup milk
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoon freshly grated pepper* plus more if needed

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl combine flour and melted butter until a thick paste forms. Set aside.
      3 tbs flour, 3 tbs butter
      thickener mixed
    • In a medium sauce pan combine broth and milk.
      2 cups chicken or beef broth, ⅓ cup milk
      adding milk to pan
    • Heat over medium heat until boiling, stirring frequently.
      milk and broth simmering
    • Once boiling stir in the butter/flour mixture, salt, and pepper. Taste a little and add more pepper if needed.
      ½ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoon freshly grated pepper*
      adding pepper to gravy
    • Return gravy to a boil and boil until slightly thickened, usually 1-2 minutes.
      peppered gravy after boiling
    • Remove from heat and enjoy!
      gravy in cup

    Notes

    Tips and Tricks
    • *Freshly ground pepper will have a lot more flavor but if you only have pre-ground pepper, start with 1 ½ teaspoon then add more to taste.
    • Storing leftovers: Keep leftover gravy refrigerated in an air tight container. Use within 4 days. You can also freeze this gravy in a freezer safe container for at least 3 months.
    • Reheating: I recommend reheating leftovers in a small saucepan- stirring until warm. You can also reheat in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until it is warm throughout.
    • Use this gravy on biscuits, over chicken strips, or for mashed potatoes!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 411mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
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    Post updated 6/29/2022

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