This tomato bacon gravy recipe is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the flavors of juicy tomatoes and crispy bacon. It is a perfect accompaniment for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. The rich and savory gravy pairs well with biscuits, toast, or mashed potatoes. With only a few simple ingredients and a short preparing time, you can enjoy a quick and delicious meal full of comforting flavors. Get ready to indulge in this classic American dish that will leave you craving for more.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of bacon
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes
- 1 cup of chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon of dried basil
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet and crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onion and garlic mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, sugar, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried oregano, and dried basil to the skillet. Stir everything together.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer the gravy uncovered for about 10 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
- While the gravy is simmering, prepare your desired accompaniments such as biscuits, toast, or mashed potatoes.
- Once the gravy has thickened, stir in the crumbled bacon pieces. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat the bacon through.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the gravy rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the tomato bacon gravy hot over your chosen accompaniments and enjoy!
