Black Pepper Gravy

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Black Pepper Gravy

4 Tbs (60 ml) fat from pan drippings, or bacon grease, oil, or butter
4 Tbs (60 ml) all-purpose flour
2 cups (500 ml) milk
4 tsp (20 ml) coarsely ground pepper
Salt to taste

Heat the pan drippings or other fat in a skillet over moderate heat and stir in the flour. Cook, stirring frequently, until smooth and lightly browned. Add the milk, stirring until the gravy comes to a boil. Season with pepper and salt and simmer, stirring frequently, for 5 to 10 minutes. Makes about 2 1/2 cups (625 ml).