Beef and Bacon Fat Beef Gravy

Beef and Bacon Fat Beef Gravy

                Ingredients

• 70g (1/3c)        Fat of your choosing                                          (Butter, Bacon, Beef etc.)
• 80g (1/2c)        All-purpose Flour
• 1.25L (5c)        Stock of your choosing                                       (Vegetable,Beef, Turkey etc.)
• 200g (1/2c)     Mirepoix medium -small dice                              (50% Onion, 25% Carrot, 25% Celery)
• 2 sprigs           Fresh Thyme

                Instructions

1. Melt desired fat on medium-high heat and caramelize the mirepoix, 5-10 minutes.
2. Remove mirepoix with slotted spoon, leaving as much fat in the pan as possible.
3. Add flour to the pot and combine with wooden spoon into a roux.
4. Cook roux, stirring constantly, until a rich brown/chocolate milk colour, 10-15 minutes)
5. Using a whisk, add the stock gradually and stir smooth between each addition. There will be lots of steam so watch out!
6. Once all the stock is added throw in caramelized mirepoix and thyme sprigs.
7. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
8. Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and pepper. Use on poutine or serve it with a roast!!

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