Ingredients and Weight:
- Bacon, 8 ounces
- Butter, 1/2 cup
- All-purpose flour, 1/4 cup
- Canned tomato sauce, 28 ounces
- Chicken broth, 2 cups
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon from the pan and set aside.
- Add butter to the pan and melt over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in tomato sauce and chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until thickened.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Crumble reserved bacon over the gravy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
(Per 1 cup serving)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful gravy with a hint of tomato and bacon
- Suitable for American taste and can be served over pork, chicken, or biscuits
- Easy to prepare and can be tailored by adjusting the seasonings
User Comments:
- "This gravy is amazing! It's so creamy and flavorful."
- "I love the combination of tomato and bacon. It adds a nice touch to the gravy."
- "I served this gravy over pork chops and it was perfect."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium chicken broth and bacon.
- To thicken the gravy further, add a cornstarch slurry (equal parts cornstarch and cold water) until desired consistency is reached.
- For a spicier gravy, add a dash of red pepper flakes while cooking the bacon.
