Description

This homemade Country Gravy Mix is a convenient and delicious base for making classic Southern-style gravy. Made from a blend of flour, dry milk powder, cornstarch, and flavorful seasonings, it can be quickly transformed into creamy gravy by simply adding fat and liquid. Perfect over biscuits, mashed potatoes, or with sausage gravy, this mix offers a comforting and easy way to bring rich, savory flavor to your meals.

Ingredients

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Dry Mix

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup dry milk powder
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning

Gravy Preparation

2 tablespoons fat (butter, shortening, sausage fat, or bacon grease)
3 tablespoons of the gravy mix
1 cup water or milk (milk recommended for creamier gravy)
Optional: browned sausage for sausage gravy

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Instructions

Prepare the Dry Mix: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the all-purpose flour, dry milk powder, cornstarch, ground black pepper, salt, onion powder, and poultry seasoning. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Store Your Mix: Transfer the dry mix into an airtight container for future use, or use immediately to prepare gravy.
Cook the Fat: In a skillet over medium heat, melt your choice of fat—such as butter, shortening, sausage fat, or bacon grease—to create the base for your gravy.
Add the Gravy Mix: Whisk in 3 tablespoons of the prepared gravy mix into the hot fat to form a roux. Stir constantly to prevent lumps and cook until the mixture is lightly browned and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Incorporate Liquid: Gradually pour in 1 cup of water or milk while continuously whisking to create a smooth gravy. Continue to cook and stir until the gravy thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
Optional Sausage Addition: For sausage gravy, brown your sausage in the skillet before starting the gravy. Once browned, remove some of the fat if desired, then add the gravy mix directly to the pan with sausage and follow the gravy preparation steps.
Serve: Once the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency, remove from heat and serve hot over biscuits, mashed potatoes, or your favorite dishes.

Notes

Use milk instead of water for a creamier and richer gravy texture.
The gravy mix can be stored in an airtight container for several weeks for convenient use.
Adjust black pepper and salt levels according to your taste preference.
For a sausage gravy, make sure to brown the sausage first for added depth of flavor.
If gravy is too thick, thin it out with extra milk or water until desired consistency is reached.