- 2 T butter (1/4 stick)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 T unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 t garlic salt
- 2 T cornstarch
- 1 1/2 c water or vegetable broth
- 1 t yeast extract
- 1-2 T soy sauce or tamari
- Pepper, to taste
Heat the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Sauté the onion for a few minutes, then add the flour and garlic salt and sauté for another 8 to 9 minutes.
Dissolve the cornstarch in the water or broth. Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the onion mixture, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
Strain the gravy into a separate saucepan and add the yeast extract, soy sauce or tamari, and pepper.
Simmer for another minute or two, stirring constantly. Keep warm.
Makes 6 servings