Description
A rich and comforting Southern tomato gravy perfect for drenching biscuits or served with fried chicken.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons butter or bacon grease
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream or whole milk (optional)
- 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- Hot sauce, a few dashes (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the fat: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter or bacon grease. Allow it to bubble slightly, releasing a nose-tingling aroma that promises flavor.
- Sauté the onion: Add the chopped onions, stirring gently until they turn translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Create the roux: Sprinkle the flour over the onions, whisking continuously for about a minute.
- Incorporate the tomatoes: Slowly pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juice, followed by the stock. Stir well to combine everything.
- Simmer to perfection: Let your gravy simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add richness: If using, pour in the heavy cream or whole milk now, stirring until well incorporated.
- Season to taste: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Serve hot: Spoon the savory tomato gravy generously over freshly baked biscuits.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the gravy a day in advance and gently reheat it before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: tomato gravy, Southern cooking, easy recipes, comfort food, biscuits