How to Make Velouté Sauce

Such an easy and tasty way to make gravy (velouté sauce) for your poultry, seafood, or other meat dishes.

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This delicious gravy may also be used as the base for other sauces, making it a versatile all-around sauce.

INGREDIENTS

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Melt the butter over low to medium heat in a saucepan or heavy, deep skillet.

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Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly for about 1 minute or until the butter and flour are incorporated or mixed.

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Gradually stir the stock.

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Add salt and pepper. Continue to stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes or until it has reached a good consistency.

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If you have some pan drippings from your cooked meat, you can, if you prefer, add 1-2 tablespoons of them (adjust the amount to taste) to this basic gravy.

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