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How to Make the Best Turkey Gravy

This is simply the most perfect gravy for your Thanksgiving turkey using pan drippings! So rich, so smooth and so easy!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Cuisine: American , Canadian

Ingredients

  • Pan drippings from Easy Thanksgiving Turkey
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Strain pan drippings through a fine-mesh sieve; discard solids and reserve 2 1/2 cups pan drippings; set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and thyme until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
  3. 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.
  4. Serve warm.