Description
A rich, velvety turkey gravy that adds a luxurious touch to any holiday meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups turkey drippings (from roasted turkey)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups turkey or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Post-roasting delicacies like turkey, you’ll want to first remove it from the roasting pan to harvest the essential drippings that will set the platform for your gravy. Use a fat separator to eliminate excess fat or simply transfer the drippings to a bowl, allowing unwanted fat to rise for easy separation later.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Watch closely as you add the flour, stirring consistently to avoid clumps, creating the roux. Maintain this rhythm for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture takes on a golden-brown hue, which signals the nutty undertones and readiness of your roux.
- With your roux prepared, gradually introduce the turkey drippings and broth. Whisk as you go to ensure a smooth texture free of lumps. Patience is crucial here as you mesh these layers of flavor. With heat at a steady medium level, bring your concoction to a gentle simmer, nurturing it lovingly over the next 5-10 minutes until your desired thickness emerges.
- Finish by seasoning your gravy to taste with salt and pepper. Should you opt for an herbal layer of flavor, add fresh thyme at this stage to allow its fragrance to integrate subtly with your concoction. Serve immediately while warm, letting the complexity of this elegant dish accentuate your turkey, mashed potatoes, or even roasted vegetables.
Notes
Strain the drippings after separating the fat to ensure a pure, smooth base. Adjust the broth amount accordingly if you prefer a thinner consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauce
Nutrition
- Calories: Approx. 110 per serving
- Sodium: Variable depending on broth
- Protein: Approx. 2g per serving