BHA & BHT Free Herb-Scented Beef Gravy
Rich, savory gravy sounds simple enough until you start reading the labels on store-bought packets and jarred versions — preservatives like BHA and BHT show up constantly in those products. This from-scratch version skips all of that by building deep, meaty flavor from bone broth, beef drippings, and a handful of fresh herbs you can actually see and smell. Garlic, thyme, rosemary, a whisper of turmeric, and a touch of ginger give the gravy a warmth and complexity that no packet could replicate. Arrowroot starch stands in for conventional thickeners, creating a glossy, silky consistency that coats beautifully without any additives. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens everything up and keeps the richness from feeling heavy. Straining the finished gravy through a fine-mesh sieve gives it that smooth, restaurant-quality pour that looks as good as it tastes. Spoon it over a Sunday roast, mashed potatoes, or anything else that deserves a proper, clean-ingredient finish.
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6 servings
- 2 tbsp beef drippings oil or coconut oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ½ tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the beef drippings (or coconut oil) in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
- 2
Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and just softened, about 1 minute. Watch closely so it does not brown.
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