Quick Gravy

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth, divided
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 2 tablespoons 1/3-less-fat cream cheese
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. 1. Combine 1/4 cup chicken broth and flour in a small saucepan, stirring well with a whisk. Stir in remaining 3/4 cup chicken broth, shallots, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 3 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly. Let stand 1 minute; discard bay leaf. Stir in parsley, cheese, and pepper, stirring until cheese melts.