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Easy Cream Gravy

Cream gravy is a delicious and easy white gravy that is made with heavy whipping cream instead of milk. It's rich, creamy and absolutely delicious when topped over your favorite dishes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Comfort Food
Servings 2 cups
Calories 866 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp pepper

Optional:

  • baby red or yellow potatoes
  • shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a stockpot, over medium heat, melt butter.
  • When butter is melted, add in flour and whisk together creating a roux.
  • Continue whisking for 1-2 minutes until the roux turns a nice golden-brown color and begins to bubble.
  • Slowly add in the heavy whipping cream, whisking constantly until the gravy begins to thicken and reaches desired consistency.
  • When the gravy has thickened, remove from heat and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve over favorite recipes and enjoy!

Cream Gravy with Potatoes

  • In a stockpot, bring 3-4 cups of water to a boil.
  • Add in baby red or yellow potatoes and cook until soft.
  • Remove from heat and strain.
  • Spoon cream gravy over top of potatoes and top with shredded cheese.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 866kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 7gFat: 87gSaturated Fat: 55gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 262mgSodium: 1391mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3326IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 1mg
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