In the pan
where the roast once lay,
Drippings remain—
not thrown away.
Over medium heat
the pan is placed;
A delicious journey
we’re soon to taste.
Two spoons of flour,
sprinkled with care,
Stirred into drippings—
a perfect pair.
A roux is born
as it starts to brown;
In this kitchen act
no room for a frown.
Broth is poured
in a steady stream,
Stirred through the roux
until it gleams.
Scrape the pan
to free the bits—
Each one adding
to flavour’s hits.
Bring to a boil,
then let it simmer;
Watch the gravy
thicken and glimmer.
Five minutes or ten—
your choice, your blend;
Our gravy journey
nears its end.
Season with salt
and pepper’s bite;
Adjust to taste
until it’s right.
Strain the gravy,
smooth and hot—
The perfect partner
to your roast, fear not.
Serve it proudly,
this gravy so grand—
A masterpiece crafted
by your own hand.
The Ballad of Roast Gravy,
a tale to enjoy—
A delicious poem
for every girl and boy.
Feb 12
Feb 12, 2026 at 3:53 PM UTC
In the pan
where the roast once lay,
Drippings remain—
not thrown away.
Over medium heat
the pan is placed;
A delicious journey
we’re soon to taste.
Two spoons of flour,
sprinkled with care,
Stirred into drippings—
a perfect pair.
A roux is born
as it starts to brown;
In this kitchen act
no room for a frown.
Broth is poured
in a steady stream,
Stirred through the roux
until it gleams.
Scrape the pan
to free the bits—
Each one adding
to flavour’s hits.
Bring to a boil,
then let it simmer;
Watch the gravy
thicken and glimmer.
Five minutes or ten—
your choice, your blend;
Our gravy journey
nears its end.
Season with salt
and pepper’s bite;
Adjust to taste
until it’s right.
Strain the gravy,
smooth and hot—
The perfect partner
to your roast, fear not.
Serve it proudly,
this gravy so grand—
A masterpiece crafted
by your own hand.
The Ballad of Roast Gravy,
a tale to enjoy—
A delicious poem
for every girl and boy.
I love turning recipes into poetic tales, giving each dish its own moment at the ball. The Ballad of the Roast Gravy celebrates the king of the feastrich, golden, and born from simple drippingsready to crown the roast with flavour and charm.
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