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Recreate the rich, savory taste of KFC Gravy at home with this easy recipe – perfect for topping mashed potatoes, chicken, and more! CREAMY GRAVY IN UNDER 30 MINUTES Who doesn’t love that golden brown KFC Gravy?! I know I do and that’s when I decided it was time to recreate this classic recipe at home. Years ago, I had a friend, Billie, whose first job was at KFC and her main job was to make the gravy. Back then, the gravy was made by hand and wasn’t just a gravy mix like it is now. When they made it by hand, they’d take leftover chicken scraps from the bottom of the chicken fryer and mix it with a little bit of the frying oil. They’d take that mixture and and make the rest of the gravy from scratch. I know, I know, it’s definitely not healthy at all- but anything this good usually isn’t, right?! Anyway, I used that tid bit of info to create this recipe that really reminds me of the original KFC Gravy. Since I can’t make the gravy the exact same way obviously, I improvised a bit and it has turned into this lovely (pretty dang close!) recipe I’m sharing here. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:  Why did you use onions? I know, I know. Before you come at me, I know the KFC original version doesn’t have chunks of diced onions in it. But, it does have a very distinct onion flavor, so that’s why I added them. I really think the fresh onion makes this a spot on recipe. If you don’t want to see the little onion chunks, you can use a teaspoon of onion powder or put the gravy into a blender (or use an immersion blender) and blend the onions to smooth the texture out a bit. Do I have to use the better than bouillon? So, with this recipe, I’m going to say you NEED both the chicken and beef better than bouillon. If you made this gravy without it, it would not taste the same. I tested this recipe quite a bit and you really NEED the combination for the right flavor. I do not have substitutions – I am sorry. It just did not taste the same with all the other options I tried. This is chicken gravy, why are you using beef flavored ingredients? I know I will hear this a million times so might as well address the elephant in the room (and someone will still ask because they don’t read any of this LOL) Yes, I know this isn’t the way KFC used to make it but unless you have a pressure cooker chicken fryer like they have at KFC and can gather some of those chicken bits at the bottom, then there is no way to recreate it like the old days. I mention that in the above intro paragraph. But I’m not just copying and pasting some other recipe on the internet here. I actually test these recipes out and experiment. All I can do is tell you that I tried this with so many different ingredients, you have no idea! I even tried those copycat recipes you see out there. No one thought those came close. Adding the beef broth and beef bouillon made the difference. I tested this with several people and this version is the one that came out on top. Is it 100 percent like the one we all remember from 30-40 years ago? Nope. But it is pretty darn close! Where do I buy Better Than Bouillon? You can purchase it just about anywhere these days. It will be where the other bouillon cubes and chicken broth and stock are in your local grocery store. I try to keep some extra on hand because if I forgot to buy chicken broth at the store, I can just mix some of this up with a little water and boom – instant chicken broth – ha! You can check out the ingredient photo lower down in the post to see what the jars look like. How to store leftover gravy? Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days, freeze for up to 3 months. What’s the best way to reheat KFC Gravy? To reheat, you may need to add a splash more beef or chicken broth to loosen it up. INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (SEE RECIPE CARD BELOW FOR THE FULL RECIPE) unsalted butter – because we have salt from the other ingredients in the recipe, I think using unsalted butter is the way to go but if all you have is salted, then use that. There is actually very little salt in salted butter so it shouldn’t move the needle that much really. small sweet onion– finely chopped. YES, I am fully aware that the original KFC Gravy doesn’t have small, diced up pieces of onion. But while testing this recipe, I found to get that flavor, we really needed it. See my Frequently Asked Question Section above for other options. all-purpose flour unsalted beef broth– I know it seems so weird to add beef flavored anything to a chicken gravy but I need you to trust me on this. I literally tried this recipe a million different ways. This is the flavor that worked best with everyone I tested it on. Also, since we have salt added from other ingredients, there’s no need to used salted beef broth or it could get too salty too quick. If you really prefer it saltier, you can add some to taste at the end. beef Better Than Bouillon – yep, we’re using both. Y’all, I have not found a substitute for this. I tried this recipe so many different ways and you just do not get the same flavor without these two very specific ingredients used together. chicken Better Than Bouillon – I go into more detail above about why I used these particular ingredients. black pepper – some people are super sensitive to pepper so this is one of those ingredients that you should measure with your heart. I like a good bit of pepper but just add a little at a time and taste as you go until you get it how you like it. HOW TO MAKE KFC GRAVY In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and cook until translucent, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Slowly stream in the beef broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add the beef better than bouillon, chicken better than bouillon, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 8 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally. Serve immediately. CRAVING MORE RECIPES?  KFC Mac and Cheese Southern Fried Chicken Creamy Cole Slaw Butter Swim Biscuits (a.k.a. Butter Dip Biscuits) 2-Ingredient Biscuits Homemade Sausage Gravy The Best Turkey Gravy Crock Pot Round Steak and Gravy Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy Print KFC Gravy This copycat recipe recreates the savory brown gravy you know, love, and expect to get when you visit your local KFC. Course CondimentsCuisine American Prep Time 10 minutes minutesCook Time 18 minutes minutesTotal Time 28 minutes minutes Servings 3 cups Calories 246kcal Author Brandie @ The Country Cook Ingredients¼ cup unsalted butter1 small sweet onion, finely diced (SEE NOTES BELOW)6 Tablespoons all-purpose flour2 ¾ cups unsalted beef broth2 teaspoons beef better than bouillon (SEE NOTES BELOW)2 teaspoons chicken better than bouillon (SEE NOTES BELOW)black pepper, to taste InstructionsIn a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt 1/4 cup unsalted butter.Add 1 small sweet onion, finely diced and cook until translucent, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Stir in 6 Tablespoons all-purpose flour and cook an additional 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Slowly stream in 2 3/4 cups unsalted beef broth while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Add 2 teaspoons beef better than bouillon, 2 teaspoons chicken better than bouillon and black pepper, to taste and whisk until blended well. Bring to a simmer and simmer for about 8 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Serve immediately. Notes Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. YES, I am fully aware that the original KFC Gravy doesn’t have small, diced up pieces of onion. But while testing this recipe, I found to get that flavor, we really needed it. You can put it in the blender or use an immersion blender to smooth it out or see my Frequently Asked Question Section above for other options. NOTE: I am using both beef and chicken Better than Bouillon. See my ingredient photo in the above post for what the jars look like. I have not found a substitute for these, I am sorry. I tried this recipe SO many different ways and you just do not get the exact same flavor without these two very specific ingredients used together so I will not be offering substitutions as nothing else turned out the same. NutritionCalories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 1080mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g

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Nothing beats having people who make life easier for us, and this is exactly what mail carriers do. They take the stress out of mail delivery, ensuring letters and packages reach the right doors or mailbox where we find a letter or package waiting. The kind of mail they handle ranges from college application acceptances to personal ones like love letters and Christmas cards and ones from the government. Before the electronic mail, carriers worked hard regardless of the weather to get your letters and documents across. When is National Thank a Mail Carrier Day 2025? Unsplash National Thank a Mail Carrier Day is celebrated on February 4th of every year to recognize the dedication of those who have kept the mail moving for generations. From the early days of horse-drawn deliveries to today’s trucks and sorting machines, mail carriers have always played a key role in keeping people connected but are often underrated.  You can join in the honors by giving a simple note, a warm smile, or a small gift to make a mail carrier’s day. This day is a chance to remind them that their efforts do not go unnoticed. Mail carrier/Unsplash How to observe National Thank a Mail Carrier Day To show appreciation, some families have left snacks, drinks, or small gifts in their mailboxes. Others leave heartfelt notes in the box or hand it over in person for a more genuine effect. Social media is also a great tool to spread awareness and give their mail carriers a shout-out. US Mailboxes/Unsplash Clips online have shown mail carriers finding these surprises, and their emotional reactions prove that little gestures go a long way.  A thank you does not even have to be extravagant; if all you have today is an extra warm greeting or a bottle of cold water — go ahead and brighten their shift. If you have the time, a homemade treat is also perfect.   Next up: Minnesota Woman Buys Vintage $3 Jazz Record, Discovers Love Messages From The ‘50s The post Delivery Drivers Have Heartwarming Reaction Receiving Gifts On National Thank A Mail Carrier Day 2025 appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A

February 3rd always brings a wave of sadness to the music industry, and it is known as “The Day the Music Died.” It marks the day of the tragic loss of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “Big Bopper” Richardson. They all died in a devastating plane crash in 1959, with their pilot, Roger Peterson, also losing his life. Their sudden deaths left a deep scar on fans, other musicians, and their loved ones — particularly Ritchie’s sister, Connie Valens, who was only 8 years old back then. Don McLean sang about ‘The Day the Music Died’ Don McLean, 1971/Everett Connie is ever grateful to Don McLean for immortalizing her brother and his friends through music. Don was just 14 years old and working as a paperboy when he read about the crash. The loss hit him hard, as it was not the only loss he dealt with that year. He would watch his father pass away about two months later, dampening his heart even further. The 1960s brought social and political turmoil, and Don felt the weight of it all, so he wrote “American Pie.” He poured those emotions into the song, in which he wrote about the loss of the trip — Buddy, Valens, and Richardson. He also highlighted the shift in the music scene and the state of the country. The day the music died / Spotify Connie Valens appreciates Don McLean for creating “American Pie” Hearing “American Pie” for the first time felt surreal to Connie, and she claimed to have played it over and over. It took her a while to process the fact that Don had written about her brother and his industry friends. Listening was bittersweet, but it helped her see that their music would never fade. Connie Valens/Instagram Moved by loss at a young age, it was not until Connie turned 30 that she could listen to their music or view their photos. She lived in denial of her brother’s passing for that long, insisting that he was lost and had amnesia, hence why he had not returned home. Next up: Jack Nicholson’s Daughter On How Lara Flynn Boyle Strengthened Their Relationship The post Ritchie Valens’ Sister Reflects On Loss 66 Years Since ‘The Day The Music Died’ appeared first on DoYouRemember? - The Home of Nostalgia. Author, Peace A