Description
Homemade turkey gravy from drippings is a rich and flavorful addition to your holiday meals. Made with the drippings left after roasting your turkey, this easy recipe is the perfect way to enhance your Thanksgiving or family dinner with a delicious, savory gravy that’s simple to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- Turkey Drippings (1 cup): Adds a rich, savory flavor.
- Butter (1/4 cup): Provides richness and a smooth texture.
- All-Purpose Flour (1/4 cup): Helps thicken the gravy.
- Chicken Broth (2 cups): Balances the richness and smooths the texture.
- Salt (to taste): Enhances the overall flavor.
- Pepper (to taste): Adds a hint of spice.
- Optional Fresh Herbs (1-2 sprigs of Thyme or Rosemary): Adds an extra layer of flavor.
Instructions
- Collect the drippings from the turkey and separate the fat using a fat separator.
- Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1/4 cup of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly add 2 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of turkey drippings, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Simmer the gravy for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add optional herbs for extra flavor.
- Serve over your favorite dishes and enjoy!
Notes
- If the gravy is too thick, add more broth or water to thin it out.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, use cornstarch instead of flour.
- You can make the gravy ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add white wine or balsamic vinegar for a twist in flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg