RED-EYE GRAVY also known as BOTTOM SOP

Add a little shortening to a heavy skillet, fry ham steak (2-inches thick).  In a skillet, fry the ham until it is a little crisp and browned. Remove the ham from the skillet. Add 1½ cup black boiling coffee,  1½ tablespoon flour,  ½ teaspoon seasoning salt,  ¼ teaspoon pepper, ¼ teaspoon brown sugar,  ¼  teaspoon cayenne, 1 tablespoon butter, ¼ cup coke and whisk until smooth.   Simmer for at least 5 minutes. Wha’la the best red-eyed gravy you have ever had.