Best 5 Big Batch Creamy Gravy For A Crowd Recipes
If you're hosting a large gathering or potluck, a big batch of creamy gravy is a must-have dish that can elevate any meal. Whether you're serving it over mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables, a creamy gravy adds a rich and flavorful touch to any dish. With its velvety texture and versatility, creamy gravy is a crowd-pleaser that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences. From classic white gravy to flavorful mushroom gravy, there are endless variations to explore. In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the best creamy gravy for a large crowd. We'll share tips on choosing the right ingredients, preparing the gravy in advance, and storing it properly. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating a delicious and crowd-pleasing creamy gravy!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BIG BATCH CREAMY GRAVY FOR A CROWD
This meatless gravy gets a kick from a whole lot of freshly ground black pepper. It's perfect for using in a fountain. Serve with biscuits and browned sausage.
Provided by Leslie Kelly
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Gravy Recipes Vegetarian Gravy Recipes
Time 19m
Yield 25
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth, at least 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Stir half-and-half into the saucepan; season with salt and pepper. Add liquid smoke. Cook and stir until gravy is smooth and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 94.6 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
BIG-BATCH MEATBALLS AND RED SAUCE
Buy some extra meat and simmer a little extra sauce. Then pack your freezer with dinner that just has to be thawed, reheated and tossed with some pasta.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 to 9 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the sauce: Swirl the oil and garlic in a medium saucepan over medium heat until the garlic is just lightly browned and fragrant, about 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and 1 cup water, and bring to a high simmer. Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the basil and 2 teaspoons salt and simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 20 to 25 minutes. Set aside and keep warm.
- For the meatballs: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Tear the bread into very small pieces and put it in a small bowl. Pour the milk over the bread, and let sit until the bread is soft, about 5 minutes.
- Combine the bread mixture with the beef, pork, Parmesan, eggs, onions, parsley, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt and red pepper flakes in a large bowl, and thoroughly mix with your hands. Divide the mixture evenly into 36 mounds, and roll each into a ball.
- Brush 2 rimmed baking sheets generously with oil. Evenly divide the meatballs between the sheets, and roll them around to coat in oil. Bake until golden brown and cooked through, rotating the sheets halfway through if needed, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Transfer the meatballs to the warm sauce, and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat. Let the meatballs and sauce cool completely, divide evenly among four 1-quart containers and freeze for up to 1 month.
- To reheat: Let a container of the meatballs and sauce thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Transfer them to a microwave-safe container, and microwave in 2-minute increments, gently stirring after each, until the meatballs are heated through.
BIG BATCH CREAMY GRAVY FOR A CROWD
This meatless gravy gets a kick from a whole lot of freshly ground black pepper. It's perfect for using in a fountain. Serve with biscuits and browned sausage.
Provided by Leslie Kelly
Categories Vegetarian Gravy
Time 19m
Yield 25
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and whisk until smooth, at least 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking continuously until mixture is smooth, about 5 minutes.
- Stir half-and-half into the saucepan; season with salt and pepper. Add liquid smoke. Cook and stir until gravy is smooth and slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.6 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 94.6 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
EASY GRAVY FOR A CROWD
This is an easy recipe that produces a large amount of wonderful rich gravy, for even more flavor you may use chicken broth mixed with turkey drippings to equal 5 cups, if you are using both then omit the bouillon powder --- also see my recipe #145064
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 15-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium heavy saucepan bring the chicken broth (or the broth and turkey drippings) to a boil.
- Stir in the cream of chicken soup, chicken bouillon powder (omit the bouillon powder if using pan drippings) poultry seasoning, garlic powder and black pepper.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 8-10 minutes.
- Warm the milk in the microwave then whisk in the flour to the warmed milk until smooth and completely combined (make sure no lumps are in the mixture).
- Add in the flour/milk mixture to the simmering broth whisking constantly (make sure that the broth is at a simmer when adding in).
- Cook for 1 minute whisking constantly or until thickened (MAKE CERTAIN that the bottom of the saucepan does not scorch!).
- Season with seasoned salt or white salt to taste.
SMALL BATCH DILL PESTO
Dill pesto is one of my favorite ways to kick up the flavor on broiled or baked fish. It's also very good served over grilled or roasted veggies. I used a small bunch of dill.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Pesto Sauce
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place dill fronds (a few stems are OK), walnuts, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes into the bowl of a food processor. If you have a mini or small food processor, it will be large enough for this recipe.
- Pulse until everything is minced well, scraping down the sides as necessary. With the machine running, drizzle in the olive oil, blending for a few seconds until smooth.
- If not serving immediately, store the pesto in an airtight container and chill until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 175.2 mg
Tips:
- To make a large batch of creamy gravy, start with a roux. A roux is a mixture of equal parts butter and flour, cooked together until it turns a light golden brown. This will help to thicken the gravy and give it a rich flavor.
- Use a variety of liquids to make your gravy. You can use water, milk, chicken broth, or beef broth. The type of liquid you use will depend on the flavor you are trying to achieve.
- Add seasonings to taste. Common seasonings for gravy include salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can also add fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary.
- Let the gravy simmer for at least 30 minutes. This will help to develop the flavor and allow the gravy to thicken.
- Serve the gravy hot over your favorite dishes, such as mashed potatoes, roasted chicken, or meatloaf.
Conclusion:
Making a large batch of creamy gravy is easy and can be done in just a few simple steps. By following these tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful gravy that will be perfect for your next party or gathering.
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