Fry hamburger in saucepan with no grease added. Hamburger makes enough grease. When brown, scoot hamburger to one side and add cornstarch to grease, about 1 1/2 tablespoons per pound hamburger. (Can add more later if mixed with water first as in regular gravies.) Add milk or Pet milk and water (one on one ratio or more Pet milk than water, don't really matter)
NOTE: Pet milk, evaporated in can, is cheapest so that's why I always say Pet milk. Any evaporated milk will do in cooking.
Put as much liquid in to make as much as you'll eat. Have used all Pet milk. Pour over mashed taters, biscuits, toast, etc. Can add touch of onion salt. Don't forget salt and pepper. Can use from 1/2 pound of hamburger on up.