{"id":101323,"date":"2025-10-29T09:50:08","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T09:50:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/29\/sour-cream-gravy-rich-tangy-made-from-pan-drippings\/"},"modified":"2025-10-29T09:50:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T09:50:08","slug":"sour-cream-gravy-rich-tangy-made-from-pan-drippings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/29\/sour-cream-gravy-rich-tangy-made-from-pan-drippings\/","title":{"rendered":"Sour Cream Gravy \u2013 Rich, Tangy &#038; Made from Pan Drippings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Turn pan drippings into the dreamiest sour cream gravy! Quick, creamy, and just tangy enough to make any meal taste homemade.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Turn pan drippings into the dreamiest sour cream gravy! Quick, creamy, and just tangy enough to make any meal taste homemade.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the <strong>creamiest gravy<\/strong> with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is <strong>rich, smooth, and so versatile<\/strong>. It\u2019s perfect over <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/the-best-swedish-meatballs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Swedish Meatballs<\/a>, but you can also use it on mashed potatoes or pork chops,<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Gravy boat filled with sour cream gravy. \" class=\"wp-image-317269\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. They are perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-what-makes-this-gravy-so-dang-good\">What Makes This Gravy So Dang Good<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Real flavor starts here:<\/strong> Using butter or pan drippings builds a deep, rich base that gives this gravy an authentic homemade flavor.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>Balanced by Sour Cream:<\/strong>\u00a0The mix of sour cream, the roux, and cream gives it<\/span> a silky texture with a subtle tang you won\u2019t find in ordinary gravies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Right Way to Thicken:<\/strong> Making a classic roux beats shortcuts like cornstarch! You get that velvety finish every time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed\">Ingredients Needed<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled sour cream gravy ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-317435\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled sour cream gravy ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-317435\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IngredientsWithLabelsSourCreamGravy-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Butter or Pan Drippings:<\/strong>  Pan drippings from cooking your meat can be used in place of the butter. Use \u00bc cup of pan drippings to add flavor and the fat it needs to create a roux.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-sour-cream-gravy\">How to Make Sour Cream Gravy<\/h2>\n<p>Knowing how to make gravy from pan drippings will change the way you feel about gravy. You\u2019re especially going to love the unique flavor the sour cream gives this gravy. For more gravy ideas, try my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/brown-gravy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Brown<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/mushroom-gravy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Mushroom<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/onion-gravy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Onion<\/a> gravy next!<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Make Roux: <\/strong>Heat\u00a0unsalted butter or \u00bc cup of pan drippings\u00a0in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add flour\u00a0to the skillet and whisk to make the roux.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add:<\/strong> Slowly whisk in\u00a0beef broth\u00a0and\u00a0heavy cream. Then <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">add<\/span> <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/lea-38-perrins-original-worcestershire-sauce-15fl-oz\/-\/A-14752089#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Worcestershire<\/a>\u00a0and Dijon mustard<\/span>. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Thicken: <\/strong>Simmer until the sauce starts to thicken.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Sour Cream &amp; Season:<\/strong> Remove the gravy from the heat, then whisk in sour cream. Season with\u00a0salt and pepper to taste!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317439\" alt=\"Making a roux with butter and flour added to a pan with pan drippings from cooking meat.\" class=\"wp-image-317439\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317439\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Making a roux with butter and flour added to a pan with pan drippings from cooking meat.\" class=\"wp-image-317439\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317441\" alt=\"Broth, cream and a couple ingredients added to the roux. \" class=\"wp-image-317441\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317441\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Broth, cream and a couple ingredients added to the roux. \" class=\"wp-image-317441\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317440\" alt=\"Sauce ingredients simmering to thicken. \" class=\"wp-image-317440\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317440\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce ingredients simmering to thicken. \" class=\"wp-image-317440\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317443\" alt=\"Pan removed from heat and sour cream added to sauce and whisked in. \" class=\"wp-image-317443\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"317443\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Pan removed from heat and sour cream added to sauce and whisked in. \" class=\"wp-image-317443\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. It's perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-alyssa-s-pro-tip\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tip<\/h2>\n<p>Be sure to either remove the pan from the heat or <strong><em>lower the heat before adding the sour cream<\/em><\/strong>. The high heat can cause the sour cream to curdle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-all-things-swedish-meatballs\">All Things Swedish Meatballs<\/h3>\n<p>I know how much you love my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/slow-cooker-swedish-meatballs\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Swedish meatballs<\/a>! I\u2019ve rounded up every version, from quick and easy to homemade favorites! You can find them all in one place!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy.jpg&amp;description=Sour Cream Gravy\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"317064\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-317066\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"317066\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2258173469\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2258173469\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-317066-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-317066-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"317066\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-317066-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">4 tablespoons unsalted butter or \u00bc cup of pan drippings<\/span> in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">3 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/span> to the skillet and whisk to make the roux. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-317066-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Slowly whisk in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 cups beef broth<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd cup heavy cream<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-4 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-5 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 teaspoon Dijon mustard<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-317066-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring to a simmer until the sauce starts to thicken. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-317066-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove the gravy from the heat and whisk in <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-7 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u2153 cup sour cream<\/span>. Season with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-317066-6 wprm-block-text-bold\">salt and pepper to taste<\/span>!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-317066-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<h6>Storing &amp; Reheating Leftovers<\/h6>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:<\/strong>\u00a0You can store your leftover gravy in the fridge in an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.target.com\/c\/2773249\/81938\/2092?subid1=52e41fac28963d1e058a1042&amp;subid2=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecipecritic.com%2Fbrown-gravy%2F&amp;sharedid=The%20Recipe%20Critic&amp;subid3=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids%2F-%2FA-51097873&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids%2F-%2FA-51097873#donotlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">airtight container<\/a> for up to a week.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheating<\/strong>: Reheat the gravy by slowly heating it in a saucepan over medium heat.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-317066-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">182<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">50<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">413<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">108<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">607<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">37<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"cwp-food-nutrition__disclaimer has-min-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Someone pouring sour cream gravy over mashed potatoes. \" class=\"wp-image-317270\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. They are perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Someone pouring sour cream gravy over mashed potatoes. \" class=\"wp-image-317270\" title=\"Turn those flavorful pan drippings into the creamiest gravy with a hint of tang. This sour cream gravy is rich, smooth, and so versatile. They are perfect over mashed potatoes, pork chops, but especially on my favorite Swedish Meatballs.\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Sour Cream Gravy\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sour-cream-gravy-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-3up-full\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-use-sour-cream-gravy-on\">What to Use Sour Cream Gravy On<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\tfbq( 'init', '1748581388781497' );\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sour-cream-gravy\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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