[header] How to make white gravy [title] Heat about 4 tbsp. [step] ( 57 g) of butter or oil in a large, deep skillet on a stove top set to medium heat. [substeps] For best results, cook the meat you will be serving the gravy with first. 
Fry it in the butter or oil, then use the leftover pan drippings as the base for your gravy. This provides extra flavor by adding small pieces of meat and leftover seasoning to the gravy.