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Homestyle Brown Gravy Recipe for Roast Beef and Mashed Potatoes

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Classic Brown Gravy
No boxed brown gravy mix required—this simple, pantry-friendly recipe yields rich, homemade brown gravy in minutes.
Course
Side Dish
Cuisine
American
Author
Catherine’s Plates

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2
    cups
    beef broth
  • 1/2
    cup
    chicken broth
  • 1–2
    tsp
    Worcestershire sauce
  • 1
    tsp
    onion powder
  • 1
    tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1/2
    tsp
    salt
  • 1/2
    tsp
    black pepper
  • 1/4
    cup
    water
  • 2
    TBS
    cornstarch
  • 1
    TBS
    butter

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the beef broth, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk well and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the water and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this slurry into the boiling broth while stirring. Keep the heat at a gentle boil, then reduce to medium-low and continue stirring for about 1 minute until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Add the butter and whisk until it melts and fully incorporates into the gravy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve the gravy immediately, or let it cool and store in the refrigerator for up to five days. Reheat gently before serving, thinning with a splash of broth if it becomes too thick.