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How to Make the Best Turkey Gravy
This turkey gravy recipe uses strained pan drippings combined with butter and all-purpose flour to create a thick, flavorful sauce. Fresh thyme and parsley add herbal notes, and the gravy is seasoned with salt and pepper. It’s a classic accompaniment for roasted turkey, providing savory moisture and depth to the meal.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
8
servings
Cuisine:
American, Canadian
Ingredients
- pan drippings from Easy Thanksgiving Turkey
- ¼ cup butter unsalted
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons thyme chopped fresh
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped fresh leaves
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
Instructions
- Strain pan drippings through a fine-mesh sieve; discard solids and reserve 2 1/2 cups pan drippings; set aside.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and thyme until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in reserved pan drippings. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 5-10 minutes. Stir in parsley; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve warm.
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