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                         BLACK PEPPER CREAM GRAVY

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Condiments                       Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2       tb           Butter or bacon fat
   2       tb           Flour
   2       c            Milk
   2       tb           Heavy cream (whipping)
   1       t            Salt
     3/4   ts           Black peppercorns, freshly
                        -cracked

  In a saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the
  butter/bacon fat. Whisk in the flour.  Saute the flour
  until lightly browned.  Remove pan from the heat.
  Pour the milk into the pan in a steady stream,
  whisking constantly. Return pan to the heat.  Whisk
  until the gravy thickens. Whisk in the cream, salt,
  and pepper. Keep warm until needed.
  
  Recipe:  Chef Robert Del Grande of the Rio Ranch
  restaurant, 9999 Westheimer, Houston, Texas
 


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