Heart-Healthy Country Gravy
Elevate your comfort food game with this creamy and flavorful Heart-Healthy Country Gravy, a guilt-free twist on a Southern classic. Made with wholesome olive oil, whole wheat flour, and unsweetened almond milk, this recipe delivers all the rich, savory goodness of traditional country gravy without the saturated fats. Low-sodium chicken broth and a blend of garlic and onion powders infuse the gravy with depth, while a dash of black pepper adds a subtle kick. Ready in just 20 minutes, this velvety gravy is perfect for drizzling over fluffy biscuits, roasted vegetables, or lean meats. Enjoy a comforting, home-cooked meal that’s as kind to your heart as it is to your taste buds! Keywords: heart-healthy gravy, country gravy recipe, low-fat gravy, quick and easy gravy, healthy comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Whisk in the whole wheat flour until it forms a smooth paste, cooking for about 1 minute.
Step 3
Slowly add the low-sodium chicken broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
Step 4
Once the broth is well incorporated, gradually add the unsweetened almond milk while continuing to whisk.
Step 5
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt, stirring well to combine.
Step 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer, reducing the heat to medium-low, and cook for about 10 minutes or until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 8
Remove from heat and serve warm over your favorite heart-healthy dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (771.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 382.4 |
| Total Fat 32.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 879.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.1g | |
| Protein 7.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 437.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 177.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories