KFC Inspired Gravy
(Source: Recipe Tin Eats blog)
1 chicken bouillon cube (I use 1 tablespoon Better than Bouillon Chicken Base)
1 beef bouillon cube (I use 1 tablespoon Better than Bouillon Beef Base)
2 1/4 cups boiling water
4 tablespoons butter, unsalted
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (I use 3 tablespoons)
1/2 teaspoon onion powder (I use 1/4 teaspoon)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (my addition)
1/4 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
salt (if needed)
Dissolve cubes (or chicken/beef base) in boiling water. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix into butter with a wooden spoon or whisk. While stirring, slowly pour in half the liquid. Once incorporated into the flour butter roux (it will thicken quickly), add remaining liquid and mix. Stir until it thickens to a gravy consistency. Taste, add more salt and pepper if needed. Serve with food!
