Turkey Gravy from Drippings

Transform your holiday meals with our Savory Turkey Gravy from Drippings, a rich and smooth sauce that elevates any Thanksgiving or Christmas feast. This non-vegetarian American classic is crafted from the flavorful drippings of your roasted turkey, making it a must-have for your dinner table. Perfect for pairing with mashed potatoes, stuffing, or roasted vegetables, this gluten-containing recipe offers a savory flavor profile enhanced by herbs like sage and thyme.

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Recipe Collection: Dinner

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 20 Minutes

Overview

This classic turkey gravy is made from the rich drippings of your roasted turkey, creating a savory and smooth sauce perfect for your holiday feast. With a few simple steps, you can transform those flavorful drippings into a delicious gravy that will complement your Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

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

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 water 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 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 a pinch each of salt and 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 this savory turkey gravy with your holiday meal!