Pan Gravy (Noun)
Meaning
The seasoned but not thickened juices that drip from cooking meats; often a little water is added.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The roast beef was served with a side of pan gravy made from the juices that dripped from the meat while it cooked.
- She carefully poured the pan gravy over the mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables.
- To make a richer pan gravy, he added a little red wine to the juices that had collected in the pan.
- The chef skimmed off the excess fat from the pan gravy before serving it with the roasted turkey.
- After cooking the pork chops, she added a bit of flour to thicken the pan gravy, but then decided it was better without it.