How to Use Potato Flakes to Thicken Gravy

Sometimes your best efforts fall flat when preparing a meal for your family. Perhaps you looked away too long or forgot to add an essential ingredient. You can usually fix little cooking mess-ups using household items. For instance, if the gravy you've made is much too thin, simply add potato flakes to the gravy to thicken it. Potato flakes expand when cooked in a hot liquid, and since they are made from potatoes, contain starch that helps thicken sauces and soups. Does this Spark an idea?

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Instructions

- 1
  
  Simmer the gravy in a pot over low heat.
- 2
  
  Gradually stir in 1 to 2 tbsps. of potato flakes per 2 cups of gravy, depending on how thick you want it to be, and bring to a boil.
- 3
  
  Reduce the heat and simmer until thickened to the desired consistency.

Tips & Warnings

Use potato flakes to thicken soups and sauces in the same manner as gravy.

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