Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (28-ounce) can tomato puree
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, fry the bacon until it is crispy and the fat is rendered.
- Remove the bacon from the pan and set aside on paper towels.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pan and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato puree, water, sugar, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and 1/4 cup of the hot gravy.
- Add the flour mixture to the gravy and cook, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens.
- Stir in the bacon and cook for 5 minutes more.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 235
- Fat: 14 grams
- Cholesterol: 45 milligrams
- Sodium: 680 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tangy, savory, and flavorful
- Rich and creamy texture
- Perfect for topping pork chops, fried chicken, or biscuits
- Can be made ahead of time and reheated
User Comments:
- "This gravy is so delicious! It's the perfect addition to any pork dish."
- "I love how easy this gravy is to make. It's a lifesaver on busy weeknights."
- "The flavor of this gravy is out of this world. I'll definitely be making it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you do not have tomato puree, you can use crushed tomatoes.
- The gravy can be thickened more or less by adding more or less flour.
- If the gravy is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of water.
