Grandpa’s Tomato Gravy

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15

Grandpa's Tomato Gravy, a classic Southern sauce for breakfast

by The Chefin Sauces

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

156

Sugar

Fat

11g

Grandpa's Tomato Gravy is a classic Southern sauce that has been enjoyed for generations. This sauce is often served with biscuits for breakfast, but it can also be used as a topping for scrambled eggs, grits, or even meatloaf. The combination of sweet and savory flavors in this sauce makes it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Instructions

1.	In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until it is crispy.
2.	Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for a few minutes until it is softened.
3.	Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
4.	Simmer the sauce over low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has thickened.
5.	Stir in the butter until it is melted, then remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

PROS

Grandpa’s Tomato Gravy is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used on a variety of breakfast dishes, such as biscuits, grits, and scrambled eggs.

It is easy to make and can be used as a base for other sauces or soups.

CONS

This sauce contains bacon and butter, which makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sauce is not particularly healthy, but it does contain tomatoes, which are a good source of vitamin C and potassium.
The lycopene in tomatoes has been linked to supporting heart health and reducing the risk of certain types of cancer.

	8 slices bacon , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
	1 large onion , chopped
	2 cans diced tomatoes
	1 can tomato sauce
	1 teaspoon white sugar , or more to taste
	1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper , or to taste
	1 tablespoon butter