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Turkey Gravy Recipe

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A rich and flavorful turkey gravy made from pan drippings and chicken broth, perfect for enhancing your roasted turkey or any holiday meal. This easy stovetop recipe yields a silky, golden brown gravy with a well-balanced taste.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Gravy Ingredients

  • ½ cup turkey pan drippings
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth
  • Pinch freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Pour: Collect the drippings from the turkey and strain them through a fine mesh strainer into a liquid measuring cup. You will need a total of 2 cups of pan drippings, or make up the difference with chicken broth if necessary.
  2. Rest: Let the pan drippings sit for 3-5 minutes so the fat rises to the top.
  3. Separate Fat: Spoon off about 3 tablespoons of fat from the top of the drippings. If you have less fat, supplement with butter to equal 3 tablespoons total.
  4. Whisk Flour and Fat: Add the turkey fat and butter to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium until melted, then whisk in the flour until fully combined. Continue whisking and cook until the mixture turns golden brown, about 1½ to 2 minutes.
  5. Mix Liquids: Gradually pour in the remaining pan drippings and chicken broth, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
  6. Simmer: Bring the gravy to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes, whisking frequently. Adjust seasoning with salt or black pepper as needed.
  7. Serve: Remove from heat. The gravy will thicken further as it cools. Serve warm over turkey or your favorite dish.

Notes

  • If pan drippings are insufficient, supplement with additional chicken broth.
  • Spoon off excess fat to avoid greasy gravy but retain enough fat for flavor and texture.
  • Constant whisking prevents lumps from forming in the gravy.
  • The gravy thickens more as it cools; adjust thickness with broth if needed.
  • Use freshly cracked black pepper for best flavor.

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