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Gravy

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Roast turkey with gravy

Gravy is a sauce, often made from the juices that run naturally during cooking and often thickened with wheat flour or cornstarch for added texture. It is commonly served with roast meat, mashed potatoes, rice, and other foods.

Preparation

Gravy is typically made by using the drippings from cooked meat. These drippings are combined with a thickening agent such as flour or cornstarch. The mixture is then cooked over low heat until it reaches the desired consistency. Additional ingredients such as broth, wine, or cream may be added to enhance the flavor.

Types of Gravy

Brown Gravy: Made from the drippings of roasted meat, often beef or pork, and thickened with flour.
White Gravy: Also known as country gravy, it is made with milk and thickened with flour, often served with biscuits or chicken fried steak.
Giblet Gravy: Made using the giblets of a turkey or chicken, often served with Thanksgiving or Christmas meals.

Uses

Gravy is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is commonly poured over mashed potatoes, roast meats, and stuffing. Gravy can also be used as a base for stews and casseroles.

Cultural Variations

Gravy recipes and uses vary widely across different cultures. In the United Kingdom, gravy is often served with Sunday roast. In the United States, it is a staple of Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. In India, gravies are often spiced and form the base of many curry dishes.

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-{{Short description|A sauce made from the juices of meats and vegetables}}
+== Gravy ==
-{{Use dmy dates|date=October 2023}}
-'''Gravy''' is a type of sauce that is typically made from the juices that naturally run from meats or vegetables during cooking. It is often thickened with [[wheat flour]] or [[cornstarch]] for added texture. Gravy is a staple in many cuisines and is commonly served with [[roast meats]], [[mashed potatoes]], [[rice]], and other dishes.
+[[File:2019-12-22_Roast_turkey_served_vegtables,_pigs_in_blanket,_stuffing,_cranberry_sauce_tartlet,_and_gravy,_Trimingham.JPG|thumb|right|Roast turkey with gravy]]
-==Preparation==
+'''Gravy''' is a sauce, often made from the juices that run naturally during cooking and often thickened with [[wheat flour]] or [[cornstarch]] for added texture. It is commonly served with [[roast meat]], [[mashed potatoes]], [[rice]], and other foods.
-Gravy is traditionally prepared by collecting the drippings from roasted meats, such as [[beef]], [[chicken]], or [[pork]]. These drippings are then combined with a thickening agent, such as flour or cornstarch, to create a smooth sauce. The mixture is typically cooked over low heat until it reaches the desired consistency.
-===Ingredients===
+== Preparation ==
-* '''Meat drippings''': The base of most gravies, providing flavor and richness.
+Gravy is typically made by using the [[drippings]] from cooked meat. These drippings are combined with a thickening agent such as flour or cornstarch. The mixture is then cooked over low heat until it reaches the desired consistency. Additional ingredients such as [[broth]], [[wine]], or [[cream]] may be added to enhance the flavor.
-* '''Thickening agents''': Commonly [[flour]] or [[cornstarch]], used to achieve the desired thickness.
-* '''Broth or stock''': Often added to increase volume and enhance flavor.
-* '''Seasonings''': Such as [[salt]], [[pepper]], and [[herbs]] like [[thyme]] or [[rosemary]].
-===Method===
+=== Types of Gravy ===
-. '''Collect drippings''': After roasting meat, pour off the drippings into a pan.
+* '''Brown Gravy''': Made from the drippings of roasted meat, often beef or pork, and thickened with flour.
-. '''Deglaze the pan''': Add a small amount of broth or water to the roasting pan and scrape up any browned bits.
+* '''White Gravy''': Also known as [[country gravy]], it is made with [[milk]] and thickened with flour, often served with [[biscuits]] or [[chicken fried steak]].
-. '''Thicken the gravy''': Mix flour or cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to form a slurry, then whisk it into the drippings.
+* '''Giblet Gravy''': Made using the giblets of a turkey or chicken, often served with [[Thanksgiving]] or [[Christmas]] meals.
-. '''Simmer''': Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens.
-. '''Season''': Add salt, pepper, and any desired herbs or spices.
-==Types of Gravy==
+== Uses ==
-Gravy can vary widely depending on the ingredients and cooking methods used. Some common types include:
+Gravy is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is commonly poured over [[mashed potatoes]], [[roast meats]], and [[stuffing]]. Gravy can also be used as a base for [[stews]] and [[casseroles]].
-* '''Brown gravy''': Made from the drippings of roasted meats, often beef or pork.
+[[File:2021-11-25_21_30_25_Mashed_potatoes_with_gravy_from_Wegmans_in_the_Franklin_Farm_section_of_Oak_Hill,_Fairfax_County,_Virginia.jpg|thumb|left|Mashed potatoes with gravy]]
-* '''White gravy''': Typically made with milk and thickened with flour, often served with [[biscuits]] in Southern [[United States]] cuisine.
-* '''Vegetarian gravy''': Made without meat drippings, often using vegetable broth and mushrooms for flavor.
-==Cultural Variations==
+== Cultural Variations ==
-Gravy is a versatile sauce that appears in many forms across different cultures:
+Gravy recipes and uses vary widely across different cultures. In the [[United Kingdom]], gravy is often served with [[Sunday roast]]. In the [[United States]], it is a staple of [[Thanksgiving]] and [[Christmas]] dinners. In [[India]], gravies are often spiced and form the base of many [[curry]] dishes.
-* In the [[United Kingdom]], gravy is a staple accompaniment to [[Sunday roast]]s and [[Yorkshire pudding]].
+== Related Pages ==
-* In [[France]], similar sauces are known as "jus" and are often more refined, using wine or brandy for deglazing.
+* [[Sauce]]
-* In [[India]], "gravy" refers to the sauce component of many [[curry]] dishes, often made with a base of onions, tomatoes, and spices.
+* [[Roast (cooking)]]
+* [[Thanksgiving]]
-==Serving Suggestions==
+* [[Christmas dinner]]
-Gravy is commonly served with a variety of dishes, enhancing their flavor and moisture:
-* '''Roast meats''': Such as [[turkey]], [[chicken]], or [[beef]].
-* '''Mashed potatoes''': A classic pairing, especially in [[American]] and [[British]] cuisine.
-* '''Biscuits''': In the Southern United States, white gravy is often served over biscuits for breakfast.
-==Related pages==
+{{Portal|Food}}
-* [[Sauce]]
-* [[Roasting]]
-* [[Thickening agent]]
-* [[Broth]]
 [[Category:Sauces]]
-<gallery>
+[[Category:Cooking techniques]]
-File:2019-12-22_Roast_turkey_served_vegtables,_pigs_in_blanket,_stuffing,_cranberry_sauce_tartlet,_and_gravy,_Trimingham.JPG|Roast turkey served with vegetables, pigs in blanket, stuffing, cranberry sauce tartlet, and gravy
-File:2021-11-25_21_30_25_Mashed_potatoes_with_gravy_from_Wegmans_in_the_Franklin_Farm_section_of_Oak_Hill,_Fairfax_County,_Virginia.jpg|Mashed potatoes with gravy from Wegmans
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