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Master All-Purpose Gravy Mix

This clean-label gravy mix replaces store-bought packets and makes smooth, homemade gravy in minutes. Use the neutral base as-is, or blend in one of the simple variations to create chicken gravy, turkey gravy, or classic country-style sausage gravy. Perfect for holiday cooking, busy weeknights, pot pies, and creamy soups. Stores for up to 6 months, and you can make full jars of your favorite flavor so it’s ready when you are.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

CHICKEN GRAVY MIX 

(Add the following ingredients to the Master Mix, blend, then store.)

  • 4 tbsp clean chicken bouillon powder
  • 2 tsp  dried thyme
  • 1 tsp white pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp turmeric for color (optional)
  • Best liquids: chicken broth or milkBest fats: butter or chicken fat

COUNTRY / SAUSAGE GRAVY MIX 

(Add the following ingredients to the Master Mix, blend, then store.)

  • 2-3 tsp extra coarse black pepper
  • 1-2 tsp  white pepper (optional)
  • pinch or more of red pepper flakes
  • Best liquid: whole milk and or buttermilk Best fat: sausage grease or bacon fat

TURKEY GRAVY MIX

(Add the following ingredients to the Master Mix, blend, then store.)

  • 2 tbsp poultry seasoning
  • 1 tbsp ground sage
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tbsp dried cellery flakes
  • 1 tsp turmeric (color enhancer—optional)
  • Best liquid: turkey stockFinish with: ¼–½ cup turkey drippings

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender.
    Pulse until the mix is completely uniform.
    Transfer to an airtight jar and store up to 6 months.
    Shake well before each use, especially if the mix has been sitting — the flour and milk powder naturally settle over time.

HOW TO MAKE GRAVY (Universal Method)

  • Melt 2 tablespoons fat in a saucepan
    (butter, bacon grease, sausage fat, turkey fat, drippings).
    Stir in 3 tablespoons of your chosen gravy mix.
    Cook 1–2 minutes until toasty.
    Slowly whisk in 1 cup liquid
    (milk, broth, stock, or drippings + broth).
    Simmer 3–5 minutes until thick.
    Season to taste.

 OTHER USES

  • ✔ Cheese Sauce
    Make gravy with milk → add 1–2 cups cheese → melt.
    ✔ Pot Pie Filling
    Make gravy with chicken or turkey mix → thin with broth → add meat + vegetables.
    ✔ Soup Base
    Use gravy as the cream base → add veggies → thin to soup consistency.
    ✔ Beef Gravy (Using Drippings, No Beef Bouillon)
    Make gravy with beef stock → add roast drippings → simmer.
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