Homemade Turkey Gravy
Ingredients
- turkey drippings from the bird
- 3 cchicken or turkey stock
- 3 tbspbutter
- ¼ cflour
- 3 tbspbutter
- 1shallot
finely chopped
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- ¼ cflour
- 1 tspfresh sage
or 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
- 1 tspfresh thyme
or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tspfresh rosemary
or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cchicken or turkey stock
Directions
Turkey gravy with drippings
- 1
Pour the turkey drippings into a large measuring cup and let it rest until the fat comes to the top. Spoon off most of the fat and discard. Add enough stock to the measuring cup to equal 4 cups of stock/drippings combined.
- 2
Place the roasting pan you used for the turkey on the stove over medium high heat. Add the butter to the roasting pan and scrape up any brown bits that are stuck to the bottom of the pan.
- 3
Add the flour to the pan and whisk everything together until you form a roux. Continue to whisk until the roux is a dark brown color and fragrant. Add the stock/dripping mixture to the roux and whisk to combine.
- 4
Turn the heat to high and bring the liquid to a boil while still stirring. Once the liquid reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium and stir occasionally until the gravy is as thick as you'd like it.
- 5
Once the gravy is thick, serve it immediately or keep it over very low heat until you are ready to serve. If the gravy develops a thin film on the top, just give it a quick whisk. Adjust salt and pepper if needed, but be sure to taste first as the drippings can be salty and you might not need any excess salt.
Turkey gravy without drippings
- 1
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add the shallot and cook until soft, 5 minutes, then stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Stir in herbs and cook for 1 minute. Add the flour and cook until golden brown. Then gradually whisk in 2-3 cups of stock. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat slightly and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. If the gravy is too thick, add more broth to smooth.
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About this Recipe
The Ultimate Homemade Turkey Gravy: A Thanksgiving Essential
No holiday meal, especially Thanksgiving, feels truly complete without a generous pour of luscious homemade turkey gravy. Forget the packets and canned versions – making your own from scratch is surprisingly simple and elevates any dish with its rich, savory depth. This homemade turkey gravy recipe is designed to capture all the incredible flavors of your roasted bird, turning pan drippings into liquid gold.
What makes this turkey gravy truly special? It starts with the invaluable turkey drippings from your roast, forming the base for an intensely flavorful roux. We build on this foundation with aromatic shallots and garlic, sautéed to perfection, and a fragrant blend of fresh sage, thyme, and rosemary. These herbs infuse the gravy with a beautiful, earthy aroma that complements turkey beautifully. The combination of these ingredients creates a velvety smooth, incredibly flavorful gravy that's miles beyond anything store-bought.
Learning how to make gravy doesn't have to be intimidating. Our method uses a simple roux to thicken the gravy, ensuring a consistent texture every time. You'll combine the rich turkey drippings with chicken or turkey stock, allowing all those roasted flavors to meld into a harmonious symphony. This easy homemade gravy is ready in just about 15 minutes, making it a perfect last-minute addition to your feast.
Tips for the Perfect Gravy:
- Whisk constantly when adding stock to prevent lumps.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- For an extra smooth finish, strain the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve before serving.
While it's a must-have for Thanksgiving turkey, this versatile gravy also pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, roasted chicken, stuffing, or even hot open-faced turkey sandwiches. Get ready to impress your family and friends with the best homemade turkey gravy they've ever tasted!