Homemade chicken gravy

If you're like me then you like the real stuff. I'm not real big on packaged anything. I try my best to make everything as homemade as I can. Of course I am human and sometimes packaged or jarred is just easier. Gravy is one of the things that I always make myself. It's so easy to do. Almost as easy as opening up the powder packet. 

What you need

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 can chicken broth
salt
pepper
spices of your choice

First melt your butter over medium high heat. Add the flour and whisk till combined. Let the flour cook for a couple seconds so it doesn't have that raw flour taste. Add in whatever spices you like or just keep it simple with salt and pepper to taste. I like to add some garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Just about 1/2 a teaspoon of each. 

Add in your broth a little at a time whisking continuously until all is combined and let cook till it reaches your desired thickness. 

Homemade Teriyaki Pork chops

I've been trying to find my own teriyaki recipe for awhile now and I finally figured it out. Tonight I'm making Pork chops but this would be equally good on chicken, rice, or veggies.

Pork chops
1 cup of water
5 tablespoons brown sugar
1 large garlic clove (grated)
1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup cold water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
red pepper flakes (optional)

First pour 1 cup water in sauce pan along with brown sugar, garlic, soy sauce, and ginger. Place on medium heat. Also this is wear you would add the red pepper flakes if you want. The more you put in the spicier it is. I use about 1/2 to 1 teaspoon.
Put 1/4 cup cold water and cornstarch in separate bowl and whisk until smooth. Pour in pan with the other ingredients. whisk together till it reaches desired thickness. If it becomes too thick you can add a little more water. 

Pour Sauce over chops and let marinade for as long as you like. Obviously the longer they sit the deeper the flavor. Cook on medium heat till no longer pink in the center. Depending on the thickness of your chops it could be between 4 and 8 minutes per side. ( remember you can always cook more but you can't cook less) Serve with your fave veggie and rice or noodles. Tonight I chose green beans and teriyaki noodles. 

I hope everyone enjoys this recipe as much as we have. Happy cooking.