Ingredients for Teresa's Tomato Gravy
- Flour
- Oil
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- Milk
- Salt And Pepper
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How to Make Teresa's Tomato Gravy
- **Prep:** Gather all ingredients and measure them out. This will make the cooking process much smoother.
- **Heat the Fat:** Heat the bacon grease or oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.
- **Make a Roux:** Whisk in the 2 tablespoons of flour, ensuring no lumps remain. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth.
- **Cook the Roux:** Continue to cook and stir the flour mixture constantly until it forms a thick, light brown paste (roux). This will take about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to burn it – reduce heat if necessary.
- **Temper with Water:** Gradually whisk in the hot water mixture (water and dissolved flour), stirring continuously to prevent lumps and burning. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.
- **Add Tomato Sauce:** Slowly pour in the tomato sauce, whisking constantly until fully incorporated and the mixture begins to thicken.
- **Add Milk/Buttermilk:** Stir in the milk or buttermilk, season generously with salt and pepper, and continue to stir for about five minutes until the gravy reaches your desired consistency.
- **Adjust Consistency:** If the gravy becomes too thick, thin it out with a little hot water, a tablespoon at a time.
- **Serve:** Your delicious Teresa's Sizzling Tomato Gravy is ready! Serve immediately over biscuits, mashed potatoes, or your favorite dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
4g
Carbs
2g
