Best 6 Moms Southern Tomato Gravy Recipes

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In the realm of Southern cuisine, few dishes evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia quite like "mom's southern tomato gravy." This culinary masterpiece, passed down through generations, holds a special place in the hearts of many, conjuring up memories of family gatherings and warm Sunday brunches. With its rich, velvety texture, vibrant red hue, and perfectly balanced flavors, mom's southern tomato gravy is a true testament to the culinary skills and love that Southern mothers have poured into their cooking for centuries. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind this beloved dish, sharing tips, tricks, and the best recipes to help you recreate the magic of "mom's southern tomato gravy" in your own kitchen.

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SOUTHERN STYLE TOMATO GRAVY



Southern Style Tomato Gravy image

This was a staple in my home growing up and is usually served over biscuits, with corn bread, bacon, eggs, and cheesy grits.

Provided by Bella V.

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes     Pork Gravy

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 pound) package bacon
1 teaspoon butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 (28 ounce) cans whole tomatoes
2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Reserving the drippings in the pan, remove the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Stir the butter and flour into the bacon drippings. Scrape the browned bits of food off of the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon; cook and stir together until beginning to thicken, about 3 minutes. Stir the tomatoes into the mixture, using the spoon to break the tomatoes into small pieces while cooking; season with salt and pepper. Add the cream cheese and heavy cream; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring frequently, until hot and thick, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 687.6 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

OLD-FASHIONED TOMATO GRAVY



Old-Fashioned Tomato Gravy image

My mother-in-law gave me this tomato gravy recipe. It's her very favorite breakfast. We-my husband, our two sons and I-also enjoy it for a light supper. Especially on a cold day, it's great with warm peach cobbler or bread pudding. -Laurie Fisher, Greeley, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound bacon strips, diced
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
Pinch pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 cups tomato juice
8 hot biscuits, split

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in pan. Add onion to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended; cook and stir over low heat until mixture is golden brown (do not burn). Gradually whisk in tomato juice. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in bacon. Serve over biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 1059mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SOUTHERN TOMATO GRAVY RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Southern Tomato Gravy Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by Lsweetnell

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour
1 onion, cut in slices and slices cut in half sauteed until translucent with the butter or margarine
1/2 cup milk or creamer or chicken stock (I prefer the chicken stock)
1 teaspoon sugar (optional) I like it savory.
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
pinch cayenne
15-ounce can whole tomatoes or whole plum tomatoes squished

Steps:

  • Get out your cast iron skillet again. Heat the margarine or oil over medium heat. Add onions, saute until translucent. Stir in the flour with a whisk until it is lump free. Let simmer for a moment or two, to toast the flour just a little bit, and then remove from heat, and stir in the half cup milk, a little at a time. Put back on the burner, stir and bring to a boil, it will thicken considerably, and very fast. You'll be left with a very thick mixture. Remove from heat, add the sugar and seasonings, whisking continuously, then slowly add the juice from the tomatoes. Put back on heat and simmer (very gentle boil). In a bowl, smash the tomatoes with a fork or your hands. This gravy is not smooth so do not worry about completely smashing them. The lumpy tomatoes are actually what give it the characteristic texture. Once gravy has come to a good simmer, add the tomatoes and the juice in the can. Bring back to a medium simmer (but don't let it boil hard) and stir with whisk for 3 to 5 minutes until gravy thickens. *(optional: several tablespoons of nutritional yeast, whisked in at the end, are particularly delicious if you like that sort of thing.) **(optional: A big of bacon or sausage grease is really good here too. Serve over toast, biscuits, whatever.

MAMA'S TOMATO GRAVY



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This dish is truly a taste of Louisiana Cajun Country. I mean where folks are already sitting at the table drinking coffee and eating breakfast by the time the rooster crows. Mama made countless batches of biscuits and tomato gravy in her lifetime. I'm sure she learned to make this from her mother: Carmen Inez Shirley. This is the dish that puts my feet back under my mama's table. Serve with love over hot buttermilk biscuits along with bacon or sausage for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner.

Provided by Melissa Dommert

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup bacon drippings
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups water
½ (6 ounce) can tomato paste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat bacon drippings in a skillet over medium-high heat. Stir the flour into the bacon drippings and cook, stirring constantly, until lightly browned. Slowly pour the water into the flour mixture while whisking. Whisk in the tomato paste. Cook the mixture until it begins to thicken. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thick, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 7.1 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 96 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

MOMS SOUTHERN TOMATO GRAVY



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As kids we loved when mom made this gravy.She typically served it with corn bread,some type of green and fried ham.

Provided by cooks-alot

Categories     Vegetable

Time 18m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon oil (I use corn)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes
14 1/2 ounces water
1 teaspoon sugar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter and oil in skillet.
  • Add flour and brown slowly.
  • Do not burn and keep mixture spreadable.
  • After browning ,remove from heat to cool.
  • After cooling add tomatoes ,juices and water.
  • Stir thoroughly.
  • Return to heat stirring constantly untill mixture comes to a boil.
  • Remove from heat,add salt , pepper and sugar.
  • Stir and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.2, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 46.8, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3, Protein 1.3

SOUTHERN TOMATO GRAVY



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This is such a Southern dish served over biscuits for breakfast, rice for supper or mashed potatoes. I like it with pasta and I use leftover gravy in hamburger dishes. A great way to use up all those tomatoes from the garden.

Provided by Cooper G.

Categories     Breakfast

Time 15m

Yield 1 bowl, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped (can use a 14.5 ounce can of tomatoes)
5 tablespoons bacon drippings
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups water (some prefer to use milk instead of water)
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cut up tomatoes in bowl. Add the salt, pepper, sugar and garlic powder and mix with a spoon. Put bacon drippings in a hot skillet on stovetop. Add flour and make a roux or cook until thick. Pour in tomatoes and water and cook until the consistency of gravy. Serve over biscuits.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 12.3, Sodium 257.6, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe tomatoes. This will give your gravy the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the tomatoes. You want them to be soft, but not mushy.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot. This will help to prevent the gravy from burning.
  • Season the gravy to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices until it tastes just the way you like it.
  • Serve the gravy over biscuits, grits, or fried chicken. It's also great on eggs or potatoes.

Conclusion:

Mom's Southern Tomato Gravy is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.

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