I compared supermarket own-brand gravy and one beat Bisto for the best roast dinner

MANY of us have a tub of Bisto gravy stashed away in our kitchen cupboards.

In fact, Premier Foods, who own the brand, claim you’ll find their granules in one in two UK homes.

But as the cost of living crisis deepens, is it time to find a cheaper alternative?

Mum-of-three Lynsey Hope agreed to try out some own brand granules to see how they fared against the nation’s favourite.

Lynsey said: “I’ve always been a Bisto girl and like so many others, that’s the tub I have in my cupboard.

“But when you look at how much at it costs compared to similar products from Aldi or Sainsbury’s, it doesn’t make sense to buy it anymore.

I compared supermarket pork pies and one got a perfect score

“We’ve all got to save a few pennies where we can. I’m keen to find an alternative.”

Here Lynsey shares her verdict.

Morrisons The Best Beef Gravy Granules (200g)

£1.65
82.5p per 100g

Lynsey says: “I was impressed by this, it’s a very superior gravy.

“It’s a lovely recipe and better than Bisto by a mile. It’s not as cheap as your Aldi or your Lidl but still cheaper than the market leader and SO much more delicious.

Asda Gravy Granules for Meat (200g)

80p
40p per 100g

Lynsey says: “You have to mix these for a little longer than Bisto but they taste just as good and are a lot cheaper.

“You don’t have to use as much to thicken the gravy either. I honestly preferred them to the famous brand.

“Great budget gravy from Asda, these will be out of stock once others catch on. Winner winner, time for a Roast Dinner!”

Taste: 10/10
Value: 9/10
Overall score: 9/10
Total score: 28/30

Aldi Quixo for Meat Gravy Granules (300g)

85p
28.3p per 100g

Lynsey says: “These granules look much bigger than Bisto and I wasn’t sure they were going to be any good. But it melted quicker and has a beefy taste.

These cost less than a third of the nation’s favourite and taste just as good, if not better. An absolute bargain. I won’t be buying Bisto again.”

Taste: 9/10
Value: 10/10
Overall score: 9/10
Total score: 28/30

Gravy Granules for Meat by Sainsbury’s (170g)

60p
35p per 100g

Sainsbury's gravy goes well with beef and sausages — Sainsbury’s gravy goes well with beef and sausages

Lynsey says: “I liked this gravy, it lasted well as you don’t need as much per serving.

“It tasted lovely with beef, sausages and a roast dinner. It mixed up well, and is a great price compared to Bisto.

“No lumpy gravy at my house thank you very much!”

Taste: 7/10
Value: 9/10
Overall score: 8/10
Total score: 24/30

Bisto Gravy Granules (350g)

£3.50
£1 per 100g

Lynsey says: “Flavoursome and delicious granules for a hearty family meal.

“You know what you are getting with these and the brand has many devotees. I have been one of them for many years.

“However, they cost £3.50 a tub or £1 per 100g so they are VERY expensive. It’s time to find an alternative.”

Taste: 8/10
Value: 2/10
Overall score: 6/10
Total score: 16/30

Lidl Newgate For Meat Gravy Granules (300g)

85p
28.3p per 100g

Lidl's gravy smells lovely but doesn't have the meatiest flavour — Lidl’s gravy smells lovely but doesn’t have the meatiest flavour

Lynsey says: “Smells lovely but not the meatiest of flavours.

“It’s quite basic, but let’s not forget the Lidl price. It’s two thirds cheaper than Bisto and a great contender for families if you want a basic gravy to pour over pies.”

Taste: 3/10
Value: 8/10
Overall score: 5/10
Total score: 16/30