Low Sugar Classic Gravy

Total time20 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time15 min

This silky, savory gravy builds its body the classic way: a butter-and-flour roux whisked until golden and nutty-smelling, then loosened with broth until every lump disappears into a smooth, glossy sauce. Onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper give it depth without any need for sweetness, and a strain through a fine-mesh sieve leaves it velvety enough to coat the back of a spoon. Fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal lift if you want it, but the gravy stands confidently on its own, savory front to back. Since there's no added sugar anywhere in the flavor profile, this is a straightforward, no-fuss pour for anyone watching sugar content on the table. It's the kind of foundational, versatile gravy that works over turkey, mashed potatoes, or biscuits without pulling in any unwanted sweetness.

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Ingredients

6 servings

3 tbsp unsalted butter
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or turkey broth
2 tbsp heavy cream
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp black pepper
salt, to taste
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Instructions

1
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until foamy and just beginning to subside, about 1 minute.
2
Add the flour all at once and whisk constantly for 1 to 2 minutes, until the roux turns a pale golden color and smells faintly nutty.

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