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Bacon Gravy

Smoky Bacon, Cream Gravy, Perfect for Breakkie, or dinner
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Sauce
Cuisine Southern
Servings 4
Calories 682 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet Large, Cast Iron is my choice

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Bacon Thick Cut
  • 1/3 cup AP Flour
  • 4 cups Whole Milk Divided
  • 2 tsp Black Pepper Fresh Ground

Instructions
 

  • Lay the bacon into a large skillet.
  • Fry off over medium-high heat to desired crispness. Remove from pan.
  • Remove all but 2-3 tbsp of bacon drippings
  • Sprinkle on half the flour and stir to create a roux
  • Add the rest of the flour bit by bit, stirring constantly
  • cook the roux for another minute 
  • Add the milk slowly, stirring constantly
  • Cook the gravy, stirring frequently, until it thickens.
  • Add the pepper, and stir to combine
  • Taste and balance, salt may be required
  • Continue cooking until very thick, adding milk slowly to adjust the texture
  • Looking for a lovely thick gravy
  • Serve over hot biscuits.

Nutrition

Calories: 682kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 24gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 989mgPotassium: 628mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 443IUCalcium: 339mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Biscuit, Gravy, Sausage
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