Savory Thanksgiving Turkey Gravy

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Thanksgiving Turkey Gravy is a rich and flavorful addition to your table, elevating your holiday feast. This non-vegetarian American classic is crafted from savory turkey drippings, ensuring a smooth and delicious texture that perfectly complements your turkey. Ideal for those following a gluten-inclusive diet, this gravy is versatile enough to enhance mashed potatoes, stuffing, or even roasted vegetables.

Packed with nutrients from turkey broth and fat, this gravy not only adds depth to your meal but also provides a comforting, hearty flavor. Easily accessible through EasyChef Pro, you can find this recipe along with a convenient shopping list feature to ensure you get the best ingredients at the lowest cost per serving.

Overview

This classic turkey gravy is the perfect accompaniment to your Thanksgiving feast. Made from savory turkey drippings, this gravy is rich in flavor and easy to prepare. Enhance your holiday meal with this smooth and delicious gravy.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Cups turkey broth
• 0.25 Cups reserved turkey fat
• 0.5 Cups turkey stock
• 0.25 Cups all-purpose flour
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste
• 1 Pinch cloves, to taste (optional)
• 1 Pinch thyme, to taste (optional)
• 1 Pinch mace, to taste (optional)
• 1 Pinch sage, minced (optional)

Steps

1. Make the Base: Heat 4 cups of turkey broth in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. This will serve as the base for your gravy.
2. Deglaze the Pan Drippings:
   • Carefully lift the cooked turkey from the roasting pan and place it on a cutting board to rest.
   • Remove as much grease or fat as possible from the pan using a spoon, ladle, or gravy separator. Reserve 0.25 cups of fat.
   • Place the roasting pan over two burners on medium heat. Add 0.5 cups of turkey stock to deglaze the pan. Stir constantly and scrape the bottom to loosen any browned bits. Pour the liquid into a measuring cup or directly into the saucepan of hot turkey broth.
3. Make a Roux:
   • Add 0.25 cups of reserved fat to a saucepan over medium heat.
   • Whisk in 0.25 cups of all-purpose flour. Cook, stirring constantly, until the flour loses its "raw" smell and the mixture becomes golden in color.
4. Combine the Base and the Roux: Whisk in the hot turkey broth and pan drippings into the roux. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
5. Season the Gravy: Season the gravy to taste with 1 pinch of salt and 1 pinch of pepper. Transfer to a warmed gravy boat or serving bowl and garnish with freshly minced sage. Optionally, add a pinch of cloves, a sprinkle of thyme, and a touch of mace for additional flavor.

Enjoy your homemade turkey gravy with your holiday meal!