Tomato Gravy
["3 Tbsp. bacon drippings", "1/4 c. all-purpose flour", "1 (14-1/2 oz.) can whole or stewed tomatoes, undrained", "1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce", "V-8 or tomato juice, optional", "Tabasco sauce, to taste", "Salt and pepper, to taste"]
["Heat bacon drippings in a large skillet.", "Add flour.", "Cook and stir over medium-low heat until a very dark roux forms.", "Add tomatoes and mash with fork until smooth, stirring constantly.", "Add Worcestershire sauce.", "Add a bit of V-8 or tomato juice if more liquid is needed.", "Gravy should be a rich red and slightly thick. Add hot sauce and salt and pepper to taste."]
["bacon drippings", "all-purpose", "tomatoes", "Worcestershire sauce", "tomato juice", "Tabasco sauce", "Salt"]