There's a reason country gravy is a staple in the South! This delicious recipe is made with leftover grease for a rich and creamy gravy that's quick and easy to make!
After frying your meat, strain the grease into a heat-proof bowl. Pour ¼ cup back into your pan. Don't clean your pan! The bits in the bottom add flavor to the gravy!
Turn the burner on medium-low heat and allow grease to get hot again.
Once grease is hot, add flour a little at a time while stirring non-stop with a whisk. Flour/grease mixture should cook for at least 2 minutes to prevent a "floury" taste to your gravy.
After 2 minutes, whisk in the milk a little at a time, stirring continuously.
Let the gravy come to a slow simmer and cook for another 5-10 minutes. Have milk handy and add extra if gravy gets too thick. When gravy is slightly thinner than preferred thickness, remove from heat. (It will continue to thicken as it cools.)
Stir in salt and pepper.
Spoon over homemade biscuits, fried steak, mashed potatoes, or use as a yummy dipping sauce for chicken strips and french-fries. Enjoy!
Notes
Don't forgot to try my delicious Southern Fried Deer Steak recipe that pairs perfectly with this gravy! Yum!