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Black Pepper Gravy

Black Pepper Gravy delivers a bold peppery bite balanced by a smooth, milky roux. It’s rich, warming, and perfect spooned over biscuits, mashed potatoes, or fried cutlets when you want a comforting sauce with noticeable heat and depth. The generous grind of black pepper makes this classic gravy stand out at breakfast or cozy weeknight dinners.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves16
  • DifficultyEasy
Black Pepper Gravy
  1. 1

    Pour the milk into a microwave-safe container and heat in the microwave until warm, about 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Melt the margarine in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking, until the mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Slowly pour the milk into the saucepan while whisking. Cook and whisk until it starts to thicken, about 3 minutes. Add the pepper and salt. Keep whisking until the gravy reaches a boil, about 3 minutes more, then remove from the heat.