Thanksgiving at Splendora

Tina's Vegetarian Gravy

2 tablespoons flour (any kind, but all-purpose is fine)
2 tablespoons margarine
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 vegetable bouillon cube (omit this if you use broth)
1 tablespoon tamari (soy sauce is not as good, but ok)
1 pinch thyme
fresh ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Preparation:
Whisk the margarine and flour together over low heat in a small saucepan for a few minutes until the flour is cooked and golden.
Add the water and bouillon or broth, tamari, thyme, and pepper. Bring to a boil while whisking often to keep it smooth.
Lower heat and simmer a minute or so.
Combine cornstarch and water and stir well to get rid of lumps. Whisking gravy briskly, pour into saucepan. Continue whisking until gravy returns to a boil and has thickened.