Classic Homemade Brown Gravy with Lard | By Letitia Montoya

By Letitia Montoya: Here's a simple homemade brown gravy recipe using lard and basic ingredients. This gravy is rich, flavorful, and perfect for serving with mashed potatoes, meats, or biscuits. Homemade Brown Gravy with Lard Ingredients: 2 tablespoons lard 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups beef broth (or water with bouillon) ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon onion powder (optional) ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional) ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional, for extra depth) Instructions: 1. Melt the lard in a skillet or saucepan over medium heat. 2. Whisk in the flour gradually, stirring continuously to form a roux. Keep stirring until it turns golden brown (for a lighter gravy) or deep brown (for a richer, darker flavor), about 5-7 minutes. 3. Slowly pour in the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. 4. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder (if using). 5. Stir continuously until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes. 6. Add Worcestershire sauce (if using) for extra umami flavor. 7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. 8. Remove from heat and serve over your favorite dish! This basic lard-based brown gravy is simple but delicious! You can also make it richer by adding drippings from roasted meats. Let me know if you want variations! 🍽️