:: veggie gravy ::

I would have put 'biscuits + veggie gravy', but I didn't actually make the biscuits this time, just the gravy.  I have been missing and wanting to duplicate this veggie gravy that I love from one of my fav breakfasts spots in Lawrence, 'The Mirth Cafe'.  I have to say I got pretty close this time :)!

{adapted from soursaltybittersweet- she included biscuits if you need a recipe} 

2 T butter {I used coconut oil}

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp chili powder

a pinch of dried thyme and/or parsley

1 1/2 C + 2 T milk

1/2 C veggie broth

2-3 T cornstarch

salt to taste

*melt your butter/coconut oil in a large skillet

*add your spices

*add milk {except for the 2 T} and veggie broth, stirring constantly

*make a slurry of cornstarch and the remaining 2 T milk.  make sure the mixture is smooth, then add it to the gravy, still stirring constantly.. it will start to thicken.  Cook for 5 minutes or until thick enough for your liking.

*after tasting, I added some wonderful spices from Penzey's- Arizona Dreaming {one of my favs, for everything!} and Hot Curry Powder {also pretty awesome}... they both helped make the gravy delicious, highly recommend those spices!