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Turkey Gravy Recipe

Turkey Gravy served in a white gravy boat, placed in front of a roasted turkey garnished with rosemary and cranberries.
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This turkey gravy recipe is a rich, creamy, and flavorful homemade sauce made from real pan drippings, flour, and a few pantry staples. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal, it’s quick to prepare and elevates every dish on your table.

Ingredients

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  • 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 flour)
  • 3 Tbsp fat drippings from roasted turkey (or butter)
  • 2 cups turkey drippings, skimmed of fat (or broth or water to make 2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup milk, broth, or water (optional, to desired consistency)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Strain the drippings from the roasted turkey pan through a fine mesh sieve into a large measuring cup. Let it rest to separate fat from broth.
  2. Skim off 3 Tbsp of fat and transfer to a saucepan. Add butter if there’s not enough fat.
  3. Measure 2 cups of the remaining broth. Top up with water or stock if needed.
  4. Heat the fat in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 3 Tbsp flour and stir until it forms a golden-brown roux (about 2 minutes).
  5. Slowly whisk in the 2 cups of broth. Continue whisking to prevent lumps and bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Add milk or more broth to reach desired thickness. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

Notes

  • To thin gravy, slowly stir in extra broth or water until desired consistency is reached.
  • To thicken gravy, add a cornstarch slurry (1 Tbsp cornstarch + 2 Tbsp cold water).
  • Make it ahead with butter and stock instead of pan drippings.
  • Strain final gravy through a mesh sieve if lumps form.
  • Refrigerate for 2–3 days or freeze up to 4 months.

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