Description
This Classic Homemade Turkey Gravy (from Drippings or Broth) is rich and flavorful, made with drippings and fresh herbs, perfect for holiday feasts or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
- Turkey Neck and Giblets
- Carrots (2, coarsely chopped)
- Celery (2 ribs, coarsely chopped)
- Onion (1, quartered)
- Garlic (2 cloves, whole)
- Fresh Herbs (2 sprigs rosemary, 2 sprigs thyme, 2-3 sage leaves)
- Water (6 cups)
- Fat from Turkey Drippings (4 tablespoons)
- All-Purpose Flour (6 tablespoons)
- Juice from Turkey Drippings
- Homemade Turkey Stock (or 4 cups store-bought)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Make the Turkey Stock: Combine turkey neck, giblets, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, herbs, and water in a pot. Simmer for 2 hours.
- Strain the Stock: Strain stock through a fine mesh sieve and let it cool.
- Skim the Drippings: Skim fat from the turkey drippings, reserving 4 tablespoons in a bowl.
- Combine Liquids: Mix enough stock with drippings to make 4 cups.
- Whisk the Roux: Heat reserved fat, add flour slowly while whisking for about 2 minutes until golden.
- Incorporate the Liquid: Gradually add liquid to the roux while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Simmer and Season: Bring to a simmer, cooking for 5 minutes, season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Strain for Smoothness: Strain the gravy through a fine mesh sieve before serving.
Notes
Store leftover gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
For thicker gravy, let it simmer longer until desired consistency is reached.
Add a splash of white wine for added flavor if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg