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Is there such a thing as nice instant gravy that I can buy from a supermarket??

33 replies

Fazackerley · 25/02/2019 17:56

I usually make onion gravy to have with sausages and mash but I don't think I have time. Is there anything that you can buy that is actually nice? I am 52 and have never bought gravy granules but I think tonight might be the night. Exciting times.

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HalfBloodPrincess · 25/02/2019 17:56

I like bisto best, make it nice and thick.

PurpleDaisies · 25/02/2019 17:57

Bisto is perfectly acceptable

DioneTheDiabolist · 25/02/2019 17:58

Another vote for Bisto Best.

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Watto1 · 25/02/2019 17:58

Whichever one you get, you’ll need to use far more granules than it says to use on the tub. Using the recommended amount lead to really watery gravy.

PalindromicUser · 25/02/2019 17:59

Kallo do a nice one in sachets which is gluten free.

ginghamstarfish · 25/02/2019 18:00

Bisto Best, have used several but the Roast Onion one is nicest.

gigi556 · 25/02/2019 18:02

I also vote for Kallo

Ellieboolou27 · 25/02/2019 18:02

Bistro ahhhhh lovely and thick

caughtinanet · 25/02/2019 18:05

It will depend on your taste buds, the only way to know is to buy some and see if you like the taste.

I agree that if you like anything other than watery gravy you'll need to put more in that the instructions say.

Loseitandkeepitlost · 25/02/2019 18:07

Another vote for bisto best.

SleepingBooty · 25/02/2019 18:07

Bisto best every time. Normal bisto is not as good.

Frouby · 25/02/2019 18:09

I use those pouches, more expensive but quick and easy. If you are near a tesco they do a shallot gravy which is lovely and M and S do a nice chicken gravy too.

HerSymphonyAndSong · 25/02/2019 18:10

You can buy ready-made fresh gravy I think - no idea how nice it is

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Fazackerley · 25/02/2019 18:11

Chicken or beef??

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Livpool · 25/02/2019 18:14

Yep another for Bisto Best

greenelephantscarf · 25/02/2019 18:16

beef.
and yes to bisto
or knorr gravy gel.

and yes to using more powder/less water for nice consistency. I use almost double powder/gel because I like it quite rhick.

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Fazackerley · 25/02/2019 18:26

Ok I have bisto best chicken. Quite excited tbh

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twosoups1972 · 25/02/2019 18:28

Are any of these vegetarian out of interest?

SpringForEver · 25/02/2019 18:28

I used to like Bisto but I won't buy gravy that contains palm oil. Bisto powder didn't (might do now) but granules does.

HalfBloodPrincess · 25/02/2019 18:37

@twosoups1972 normal bisto is vegetarian but the best varieties aren’t

SchlickShlock · 25/02/2019 18:38

I love the knorr gravy pots. Perfect gravy everytime and so much nicer than Bisto!!

yorkshirepud44 · 25/02/2019 18:39

Is the roast onion version not vegetarian? I've been eating it for years Blush

yorkshirepud44 · 25/02/2019 18:43

Googled it. Yes it is. Phew. Smile

HalfBloodPrincess · 25/02/2019 18:44

Yep, you’re right. sorry I only had the chicken and beef ones in the cupboard for reference.

huntinghighandlow · 25/02/2019 18:45

I've just discovered southern style gravy in b&m and home bargains £1 for 6 portions it's gorgeous and tastes just like the kfc one you just add hot water to whatever consistency you like comes in a takeaway style plastic tray so can use as much as you like

Is there such a thing as nice instant gravy that I can buy from a supermarket??