Homemade gravy is delicious, but not always practical. That's why store-bought gravy has become a go-to for many home cooks. It's affordable, convenient, and can be made ready in a flash .
.. but it doesn't taste quite as delectable as, say, turkey gravy made from genuine pan drippings.
But what if you could make jarred gravy taste just as good as homemade? Plenty of unexpected ingredients can upgrade your gravy in a major way, but one is particularly ideal: roasted garlic. Roasted garlic is a game-changer. If you've never worked with it before, then you should know it's completely unlike its pungent, raw cousin.
When roasted, garlic loses its sharp bite and transforms into a rich, mellow dream. Blended into your gravy, it adds a great deal of depth and complexity, turning even the most basic pre-made sauce into a delight. Grab a bulb from the pantry: We're giving your gravy a makeover! Why roasted garlic is the ultimate flavor booster Many pre-made gravies are one-dimensional.
While they certainly taste meaty and savory, they lack the complexity and richness of homemade efforts. They also tend to be overly salty. A touch of sweetness and rich umami solves both problems, by bringing depth and balancing out salinity.
This is exactly what roasted garlic offers with its nutty, caramelized flavor. Roasted garlic is sweet, yet never sugary, and full of deeply toasted notes. There are hints of smoke and caramel in the best bulbs, which pair gorgeously with gravy's meatiness.
How exa.