Description
A rich and flavorful Turkey Gravy made from pan drippings, butter, herbs, and flour, perfect for enhancing your turkey dinner with a classic homemade touch.
Ingredients
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Gravy Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon dried sage
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme minced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups turkey stock preferably from pan drippings
Instructions
- Prepare Pan Drippings: If using pan drippings, strain them through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids. Reserve about 2 1/2 cups of the liquid and set it aside. If you don’t have enough pan drippings, substitute with turkey or vegetable stock.
- Melt Butter and Cook Herbs: In a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic, dried sage, and fresh thyme, cooking for 1 minute while stirring constantly to release the flavors.
- Add Flour: Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook, whisking frequently, for about 2 minutes until the mixture turns golden and forms a roux.
- Incorporate Stock: Gradually whisk in the reserved pan drippings or turkey stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Continue whisking frequently for 5 to 7 minutes until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
- Season and Serve: Taste the gravy and add salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed. Serve immediately over turkey or your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Refrigerate leftover gravy in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat to a boil before serving to maintain freshness.
- Freeze gravy in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 4 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator and heat to boiling before serving.
- If fresh thyme is unavailable, dried thyme can be used but reduce quantity by half as it is more potent.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
