Lazy Gravy

Gravy is simple to make, but for some reason many of us tend to reserve it for special occasion meals.  Probably because that's when we have the yummy drippings from a Thanksgiving turkey or Christmas roast.

Here's a super simple gravy for everyday meals.  You can feel free to add any herbs and spices to this base recipe to suit your tastes and needs.

Lazy Gravy


Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons sweet sorghum flour (or whole wheat or AP flour if you're not gluten-free)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
• a few dashes Worcestershire sauce
• salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

• Make a roux by melting the butter over medium heat and whisking in the flour.  Continue to whisk for a couple of minutes until the roux no longer smells "raw".
• Add the garlic and onion powders, broth and Worcestershire sauce.  Whisk to remove lumps while bringing it to a boil.  Reduce to simmer for 15 - 20 minutes, whisking often, until the gravy thickens.
• Add salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot over pork tenderloins, chicken breasts, steaks, veggies... it's even great over a bowl of brown rice.