Step 1

Melt the butter or fat in a medium saucepan over low heat. Remove from heat.

Step 2

Whisk flour into fat.

Step 3

Whisk in 1/2 cup drippings until smooth. Whisk in another half cup. Repeat until all drippings are used.

Step 4

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer 1 minute. Taste and add salt, pepper, and seasonings.

Step 5

Strain through a fine-mesh sieve. Serve warm.