"Better Than Bouillon" Gravy - cooking recipe

Ingredients

water, divided
2 1/2 tablespoons better than bouillon beef base or 2 1/2 tablespoons chicken base
1/3 cup cornstarch
pepper

Preparation

Measure 4 cups of water into saucepan and heat at med-high to gentle boil.
While waiting for water in saucepan to boil, whisk together 1/4 cup water with 2 1/2 T Better Than Bouillon in a bowl until smooth. Whisk this mixture into the boiling water, stir while bringing to a gentle boil again. Reduce heat to low.
Mix the corn starch with 1/2 cup COLD water in a bowl or large measuring cup. Whisk well until the corn starch is thoroughly dissolved. Gently pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan, adding a little bit at a time while you continue to whisk. Increase heat and whisk for 2 minutes until thickened. Add pepper to taste.