Turkey Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
95 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Turkey Gravy
Description
The recipe starts by melting butter and cooking flour to make a roux, which thickens and adds richness to the gravy. Turkey drippings, with fat separated out, and chicken or turkey broth are slowly whisked in to form a smooth sauce. The mixture is cooked until it simmers and thickens. Seasoning with salt and pepper adjusts the taste, and fresh chopped parsley added just before serving offers a mild herbal note.
This gravy highlights the flavorful juices released from roasted turkey, providing a moistening sauce that enhances turkey’s natural taste. It has a medium-thick texture, ideal for spooning over carved meat, mashed potatoes, or stuffing during a holiday meal or any turkey dinner.
For smoothness, constant whisking is important to avoid lumps, and straining through a sieve is recommended if lumps do form. The gravy is best made immediately after roasting when drippings are freshest, and a fat separator helps isolate flavorful pan juices from excess fat before combining.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups turkey drippings fat separated out
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth or turkey broth
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Slowly pour in the drippings and the broth, whisking constantly.
- Bring the gravy to a simmer. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the gravy into a pitcher or gravy boat. Top with parsley, then serve.
Notes
- Prepare the gravy right after removing the turkey from the oven for best flavor.
- Use a fat separator to remove excess fat from pan drippings before adding to the gravy.
- Whisk continuously while cooking to achieve a smooth texture and prevent lumps.
- If lumps occur, strain the gravy through a sieve before serving for a smooth finish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 95 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 95kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 82mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 48mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 236IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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