McCormick Au Jus Gravy Mix – Quick Weeknight Dinner Shortcut for Busy Home Cooks, 10-Minute Brown Gravy Packet
McCormick Au Jus Gravy Mix – Quick Weeknight Dinner Shortcut for Busy Home Cooks, 10-Minute Brown Gravy Packet
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Why you'll love it
- Restaurant-quality, hearty flavor from a single packet without the long scratch-cooking process
- Clean label with no MSG and no artificial flavors or colors, easing guilt for family meal providers
- 10-minute lump-free preparation eliminates mealtime stress on busy weeknights and crowded holidays
- Versatile across sandwiches, roasts, potatoes, fries, and vegetables — one packet covers many meals
- Keto-friendly profile fits low-carb and sugar-conscious eating plans
- Bulk Pack of 4 option offers pantry value and convenience for frequent gravy users
- Gluten-free formulation
- Yields 3 cups of gravy versus 1 cup from other mixes (larger yield per packet)
- Long expiration date on packaging
- Trusted brand (McCormick)
- Fast and easy shortcut compared to labor-intensive traditional au jus made from pan drippings/deglazing
Perfect for
- Whisk into boiling water to create lump-free brown gravy in 10 minutes for roasted beef or pork
- Build a French dip sandwich by ladling au jus over thinly sliced beef on a hoagie roll
- Top mashed potatoes with savory gravy to elevate a weeknight side dish
- Make late-night gravy fries by drizzling over hot French fries
- Add rich beefy flavor to vegetables or holiday sides without making stock from scratch
- Making French dip-style roast beef sandwiches at home with deli beef, hoagie/cuban rolls, and individual dipping bowls (using glass custard cups)
- Enhancing homemade beef gravy
- Adding to beef stew combined with brown gravy mix
- Hamburger gravy
- Beef and noodles
- Warming sliced beef in finished gravy before assembling sandwich
Product Information
Delicious brown gravy made fast and easy
Perfect for sandwiches, snacks, roasts, mashed potatoes and more
Luxurious flavors taste just like premium restaurant gravies and sauces
10 minutes to lump-free, luscious gravy
Hearty, savory flavors
With natural spices
No MSG
No artificial flavors
McCormick Au Jus Gravy Mix makes the perfect brown gravy for whatever you're serving. From snacks, to weekday meals to those stressful holiday dishes, this rich, beefy gravy mix is made with natural herbs and expertly blended spices, with no MSG, artificial colors or flavors. Preparation is simple and fast: just whisk three cups cold water gradually into one packet of gravy mix. Stirring frequently over medium-high heat until gravy comes to a boil. Serve over beef, pork, vegetables, French fries - this gravy is perfect with almost everything! For a thicker consistency, add 3 tablespoons to the gravy mix before adding the water. Create the perfect French dip sandwich, create scrumptious late-night gravy fries, or turn plain mashed potatoes into heart-warming comfort food. This gravy adds hearty and savory flavor to all of your favorite dishes. Gravy without the fuss McCormick Gravy Mixes deliver delicious homemade gravy with ease. Made with natural herbs and expertly blended spices, this gravy adds hearty and savory flavor to poultry, vegetables, meats and potatoes. And with no artificial flavors, colors or MSG, you can serve it up without the guilt. Just add one packet of the mix and a cup of water into a saucepan, stir, heat and serve. It’s that easy and simply scrumptious. Real food made easy McCormick Recipe Mixes provide your family with real food made easy. With McCormick Recipe Mixes, each flavorful meal is made with natural herbs and spices that don't contain any MSG or artificial flavors or colors. Our expertly blended spice mixes, including Turkey Gravy, Brown Gravy, Chicken Gravy and Au Jus, remove the guesswork.
Ingredients
Salt, Corn Starch, Dextrose, Hydrolyzed Corn Gluten, Soy Proteins and Wheat Gluten, Rendered Beef Fat, Caramel Color, Onion, Corn Syrup Solids, Garlic, Spices (Including Black Pepper), Celery, Xanthan Gum (Thickener), Sodium Caseinate (Milk), Beef Fat, Enriched Bleached Wheat flour (Wheat & Malt Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Natural Flavor, Extractives of Garlic, and Extractives of Onion.
Items Details
Container Type: Packet
Allergen Information: Milk, Soy, Wheat
Specialty: Keto, MSG Free, No High Fructose
Diet Type: Keto
Region of Origin: Central America
Item Form: Gravies
Part Number: dinirao
Set Name: Single Pack
Cuisine: Multi-Cuisine
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can I get a full batch of brown gravy ready when I only have a few minutes between work and dinner?
Whisk one 1 oz packet into 3 cups of boiling water and you'll have lump-free brown gravy in about 10 minutes, making it a reliable shortcut for tight weeknight schedules.
Can I keep extra packets in my pantry so I don't have to run to the store midweek?
Yes — the Pack of 4 option is designed for pantry stocking, and the packets carry a long expiration date so you can keep them on hand for busy weeks.
Does the lump-free texture actually hold up when I'm whisking quickly between other prep tasks?
The corn starch and xanthan gum thickeners are formulated to dissolve smoothly when whisked into boiling water, so a quick stir produces a smooth, lump-free gravy even when multitasking.
Will this help me skip making au jus from pan drippings during a hectic holiday cook?
Yes — it's a fast, reliable shortcut that delivers consistent beefy flavor without the labor-intensive process of deglazing, simmering, and skimming pan drippings.
Can I use it to stretch a single packet across multiple meal prep servings during the week?
Each packet yields 3 cups of gravy, which is roughly three times the volume of many standard gravy mixes, giving you enough to cover several meals or family portions.
Is this a good option for a quick French dip when I'm short on time?
Yes — whisk the packet into water, ladle it over thinly sliced beef on a hoagie roll, and you have a French dip ready in about 10 minutes without simmering stock.
Can I build a French dip-style sandwich using deli beef and a hoagie roll for a fast weeknight meal?
Yes — warm sliced deli beef in the finished gravy, pile it onto a hoagie or Cuban roll, and serve with small dipping bowls for an easy at-home French dip.
Does it work for late-night gravy fries without extra prep steps?
Yes — prepare the gravy in 10 minutes, drizzle it over hot French fries, and you have a quick late-night snack or game-day plate with no additional cooking required.
Is the 3-cup yield enough to cover a whole family dinner of mashed potatoes and roast?
Yes — 3 cups is typically enough gravy to top a family-sized bowl of mashed potatoes and pour over a roast in one sitting.
Will whisking into boiling water slow me down compared to a flour slurry?
No — the mix is designed to thicken with just water, so you skip the extra step of making a flour slurry, which actually speeds up the process.
Is it faster than scratch brown gravy made with stock and drippings?
Significantly faster — scratch brown gravy often takes 30 to 60 minutes of simmering and skimming, while this mix is ready in about 10 minutes from boil to table.
How does this compare to using store-bought beef broth for a quick au jus?
Plain broth gives you flavor but not the body of au jus — this mix delivers a thicker, more seasoned au jus in the same time it takes to heat broth.
Could the gravy break or turn out watery if I rush the whisking?
As long as the water is at a full boil and you whisk continuously while adding the mix, the corn starch and xanthan gum activate properly and the gravy sets up smooth.
Is reheating leftovers going to undo the lump-free texture I worked for?
The xanthan gum and corn starch thickeners hold up well on reheat — just warm gently on the stovetop and stir, and the gravy stays smooth.
Will the long expiration date actually let me buy in bulk and forget about it?
Yes — the long shelf life on the packaging means you can buy the Pack of 4 and store them in the pantry without worrying about them expiring before you use them.
Does it really save time compared to making a roux-based gravy from scratch?
Yes — a traditional roux requires cooking flour and fat, then whisking in stock and simmering; this mix skips all of that and gets you to a finished gravy in about 10 minutes.
How do I make lump-free brown gravy with this mix?
Bring 3 cups of water to a boil, whisk in one 1 oz packet, and continue whisking for about 1 to 2 minutes until the gravy thickens and becomes smooth, then simmer briefly before serving.
How do I turn this into an au jus for a French dip sandwich?
Whisk the packet into 3 cups of boiling water, ladle the hot au jus over thinly sliced beef on a hoagie or Cuban roll, and serve with extra au jus in small dipping bowls like glass custard cups.
How much gravy does one packet actually make?
Each 1 oz packet yields approximately 3 cups of finished brown gravy, which is three times the typical 1-cup yield of many other gravy mixes.
Does this work as a base for beef stew or hamburger gravy?
Yes — you can combine it with a brown gravy mix in beef stew for deeper flavor, or use it as a starter for hamburger gravy by browning ground beef and stirring in the prepared mix.
Can I use this to make beef and noodles?
Yes — prepare the gravy as directed, pour it over cooked egg noodles, and add sliced beef or browned ground beef for a simple, hearty beef and noodles dish.
What's included in the box or package?
You receive either one 1 oz single-serve packet or a Pack of 4 containing four 1 oz packets of McCormick Au Jus Gravy Mix; no additional ingredients or tools are included.
Does this gravy mix contain any major allergens?
Yes — the product contains milk, soy, and wheat, and is manufactured in a facility that may handle other allergens, so always check the package label if you or your guests have sensitivities.
Is this product gluten-free and safe for guests with celiac disease?
Yes — McCormick Au Jus Gravy Mix is certified gluten-free, but because the allergen statement notes it contains wheat, verify the current package label before serving someone with celiac disease or a severe wheat allergy.
What's the difference between au jus gravy mix and a standard brown gravy mix?
Au jus mixes are seasoned to be lighter-bodied and more broth-like, designed for dipping, while brown gravy mixes are typically thicker and richer for pouring over meats and sides; this product can be used as either depending on how much water you add.
