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Prime Rib Gravy

Side Dish 🥗 American Carnivore 🥩

Prime Rib Gravy delivers deep, roasted beef flavor with layers of caramelized vegetables and mushrooms, finished with a touch of balsamic for balance. It’s lush and savory, perfect for draping over prime rib, mashed potatoes, or Yorkshire pudding during a special dinner or holiday roast. Expect a glossy, full-bodied sauce with a gentle kick from black pepper and cayenne.

  • Prep25 min
  • Cook5 hr 10 min
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Prime Rib Gravy
  1. 1

    Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with foil. Spread the onions, carrots, and celery on the prepared baking sheet. Place the rib bones on top.

  2. 2

    Roast until the bones are deep brown and the onions are black, about 1 hour. Use a spatula or tongs to transfer the bones and vegetables to a saucepan. Drain off any rendered fat from the baking sheet and reserve it for the gravy.

  3. 3

    Add the broth and water to the saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the meat falls off the bone and is flavorless, about 4 hours. Skim any fat from the surface and reserve it.

  4. 4

    Strain the broth and let it cool to room temperature.

  5. 5

    Melt the butter in a pot over medium-high heat and sauté the mushrooms until well browned. Add 2 tablespoons rendered beef fat and stir until melted. Add the flour and cook for a few minutes.

  6. 6

    Whisk in the broth and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the gravy has thickened to the desired consistency, 5 to 10 minutes more.

  7. 7

    Adjust salt to taste and season with freshly ground black pepper, cayenne, and balsamic vinegar.

  8. 8

    Serve and enjoy!

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