Rice Flour Gravy

4 tbsp melted beef dripping
0.25 cup sweet rice flour (also known as glutinous rice flour), highly recommended
2 cups (16oz) gluten-free beef broth or a combination of beef drippings and broth
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon pepper
Optional seasonings: 0.25 tsp onion powder, 0.5 teaspoon gluten-free Worcestershire sauce.

Prepare the Roux:

1. Strain pan drippings if using.
2. Melt beef dripping over medium heat.
3. Whisk sweet rice flour with ½ cup broth in a separate bowl.
4. Combine the flour/broth mixture with the melted fat in the saucepan and whisk over medium heat until a thick paste forms.
5. Cook and whisk constantly for 2-4 minutes until the roux is light golden brown.

Add the Liquid:

1. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
2. Slowly add 1 cup of the remaining broth, whisking continuously (a flat whisk is helpful).
3. Continue whisking until smooth.
4. Gradually add the rest of the broth, whisking constantly, until the gravy bubbles and thickens to your preference.

Season and Serve:

1. Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
2. Add optional seasonings if desired.
3. Serve immediately.