This rich and creamy onion gravy is the perfect topping for mashed potatoes, biscuits, or roast beef. Made with caramelized onions and a touch of cream, this gravy is sure to elevate any dish to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized, about 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions and cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the beef broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-10 minutes, or until thickened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and serve hot over your favorite dish.
Interesting Facts
Caramelizing the onions adds a rich sweetness to the gravy.
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of beef broth.
Leftover gravy can be refrigerated and reheated for up to 3 days.