Bacon Dripping Gravy Recipe

Easy to make, this bacon dripping gravy is a delicious way to add flavor to your favorite meals. Made from scratch and gluten-free.

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Course: Sauce

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 205kcal

Cook the bacon if needed to make the drippings. Six slices will yield around 3 tablespoons.
Heat the oil in a small pot on a medium high heat. Once hot add the diced red onion. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes to caramelize, stirring occasionally.
Sir in the minced garlic and cook for a few more minutes.
Pour in the stock and bacon drippings. Bring to a low simmer.
Mix the cornstarch with two tablespoons of water and stir into the pot.
Turn the heat down to medium and stir in the cream and add the fresh herbs.
Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes to ket the flavors of the herbs develop.
Remove the herbs and serve.

Dice the onion as finely as you can. If you prefer a smoother gravy, you can blend it once you've added the stock.
Caramelizing the onions adds a deeper and richer flavor. If you are short on time, you can just soften them.
You can keep the gravy warm on the stovetop for an hour or two until you are ready to serve.
If making ahead of time, let cool fully before storing. The gravy will thicken as it sits, so you may need to add in a little extra stock or water when you reheat it.