All drippings from a skillet of -ham or bacon

1 cup black coffee (not instant) 1/4 tspn black pepper

Pour the coffee into the skillet containing the hot drippings. Stir but do not allow to boil. Sprinkle the pepper into the mixture. Pour off into a bowl or gravy boat. Serve hot over grits, mashed potatos, rice, corn bread, or biscuits.