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RCI-SC.004.0052.002

Vegetarian Gravy

. Sausage or bacon gravy over biscuits is popular regional breakfast cuisine in the southern United States. This is a vegetarian version of that dish.

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate

Ingredients

  • 1 small
  • – 5 mushrooms
    4 unit
  • 1 clove
  • 1 unit
  • 2 tablespoons
  • – 1½ cups vegetable broth
    1 unit
  • (substitute)

Method

1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter together with the canola oil until the butter is fully melted and the mixture begins to shimmer.
2 minutes
2
Add the finely diced onion to the pan and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly golden.
5 minutes
3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
1 minutes
4
Sprinkle the flour evenly over the onion and garlic mixture, stirring constantly to form a smooth roux and cook out the raw flour taste.
2 minutes
5
Gradually pour in the milk in a slow, steady stream while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
2 minutes
6
Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to cook the gravy, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a smooth, velvety consistency.
5 minutes
7
Season generously with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed before serving.