Low Fat Country Gravy
Savor the classic comfort of country gravy with a healthier twist in this quick and easy Low Fat Country Gravy recipe. Made with skim milk and a touch of chicken broth, this velvety, guilt-free gravy is thickened using just a hint of flour and seasoned with a perfectly balanced blend of garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and black pepper. Ready in just 15 minutes, this delicious low-fat gravy is perfect for pouring over warm biscuits, fluffy mashed potatoes, or as a versatile topping for your favorite hearty dishes. Whether you're looking to lighten up a classic meal or need a quick, flavorful sauce, this recipe delivers big taste without the extra calories!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups skim milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon dried thyme
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the skim milk, chicken broth, and flour until smooth and there are no lumps.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Once the gravy starts to thicken, reduce the heat to low. Continue to stir and let it simmer for another 2 minutes to ensure the flour is fully cooked.
Step 4
Add the salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and dried thyme to the gravy. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your taste preferences.
Step 6
Once seasoned to your liking, remove the gravy from heat and let it sit for a minute to cool slightly and thicken further.
Step 7
Serve warm over biscuits, mashed potatoes, or your favorite dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (748.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 243.8 |
| Total Fat 0.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 14.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1936.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.2g | |
| Protein 21.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 214.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 673.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1056.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories