White Pepper Gravy

Homemade White Pepper Gravy

This easy white pepper gravy is a classic comfort food recipe made with butter, flour, milk, salt, and plenty of black pepper. Serve it over mashed potatoes, chicken fried steak, hamburger steaks, biscuits, or rice for a rich and creamy homemade meal.

Ingredients

• 2-3 tablespoons butter
• 2-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk, plus 1-2 additional tablespoons if needed
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
2. Whisk in the flour until a thick paste forms.
3. Slowly add the milk a little at a time, whisking constantly after each addition until smooth.
4. Continue stirring as the gravy thickens. It will change from a thick paste to a smooth, creamy gravy as the milk is incorporated.
5. If you prefer a thinner gravy, stir in an extra tablespoon or two of milk.
6. Season with salt and plenty of black pepper to taste. For a traditional pepper gravy, use a generous amount of pepper.
7. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, biscuits, hamburger steaks, chicken fried steak, rice, or your favorite comfort foods.