Southern Fried Chicken With Peppered Pan Gravy

1. 1

   Remove chicken from fridge 1/2 hour to coax to room temperature.

2. 2

   Beat eggs with milk in large shallow dish.

3. 3

   Mix flour, pepper, salt and accent in another shallow dish.

4. 4

   Meanwhile melt shortening in a large skillet (deep sided). Pan should be at least 1 inch deep with shortening. If necessary add more as cooking goes to ensure this depth is maintained.

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   Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture covering both sides. Then coat in flour mixture.

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   Repeat process one time.

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   Turn up heat and heat the shortening until hot (a piece of bread dropped in the pan will sizzle).

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   Place chicken in hot fat, do not overcrowd.

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   Fry chicken over medium-high until browned and juices run clear. Time will depend on how large the pieces.

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    Drain chicken on a stack of paper towels.

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    Chicken may be kept warm in a 250 degree oven on a baking pan.

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    For the Peppered Gravy:

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    Empty fat from pan, but leave the browned flour in the pan.

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    Heat the pan over low heat until the browned flour begins to simmer.

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    Stir in 4 Tablespoons flour.

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    Whisk constantly over low heat for 5 minutes or so. Or until the flour browns more and combines with the drippings to form a thick paste.

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    Pour in 3 cups hot milk (heat in microwave 5 minutes).

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    Add salt and pepper to taste (you can't add too much pepper to this!).

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    Simmer gravy for 7-8 minutes adding more milk if necessary. To achieve a heavy-creamish consistency.

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    Season to taste, making sure there really is enough pepper.

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    Place warmed chicken in a a nice dish, pour gravy over chicken and serve immediately.

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    Serve with green beans, corn on the cob and sweet tea.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.