homemade turkey gravy

An EASY, foolproof recipe with lots of TIPS for PERFECT gravy that&#x27;s ready in 5 minutes!! The whole family will LOVE this gravy over their Thanksgiving turkey, mashed potatoes, or as a comfort food addition to your dinner table during other times of the year!!

Easy Perfect Gravy

turkey drippings, separated from the fat* (See Note 1)

fat* (See Note 2)

all-purpose flour

parsley,

thyme,

black pepper,

kosher salt,

Place the fat into a large skillet with...

Place the fat into a large skillet with deep sides over medium-low heat.

Once hot, add in the flour and whisk...

Once hot, add in the flour and whisk to combine. Cook the flour in the fat for about 2 minutes and whisk intermittently. You’re essentially making a roux here and the goal is to get rid of that raw, uncooked flour taste, and brown up the flour in the fat a tiny bit.

Slowly pour in the drippings, whisking constantly. Make sure...

Slowly pour in the drippings, whisking constantly. Make sure you whisk constantly to avoid lumpy gravy.* (See Note 3)

Let the gravy come to a simmer and...

Let the gravy come to a simmer and simmer for 3 minutes or until thickened, whisking frequently.

Add in the parsley, thyme, and black pepper,...

Add in the parsley, thyme, and black pepper, taste, and add salt if necessary and to taste. You may not need to add any salt because they turkey drippings and fat arrive salted from the turkey.

I think it&#x27;s safe to say that no matter what your favorite part of Thanksgiving is, a really incredible luscious homemade gravy is an imperative part of the meal!  

Homemade Turkey Gravy

Turkey drippings from the bird

chicken or turkey stock

butter

flour

shallot, finely chopped

garlic,

fresh sage (or 1/2 teaspoon dried sage)

fresh thyme (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)

fresh rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary)

Pour the turkey drippings into a large measuring cup and let it rest until the fat comes to the top. Spoon off most of the fat and discard. Add enough stock to the measuring cup to equal 4 cups of stock/drippings combined.

Place the roasting pan you used for the turkey on the stove over medium high heat. Add the butter to the roasting pan and scrape up any brown bits that are stuck to the bottom of the pan.

Add the flour to the pan and whisk everything together until you form a roux. Continue to whisk until the roux is a dark brown color and fragrant. Add the stock/dripping mixture to the roux and whisk to combine.

Turn the heat to high and bring the liquid to a boil while still stirring. Once the liquid reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium and stir occasionally until the gravy is as thick as you&#039;d like it.

Once the gravy is thick, serve it immediately or keep it over very low heat until you are ready to serve. If the gravy develops a thin film on the top, just give it a quick whisk. Adjust salt and pepper if needed, but be sure to taste first as the drippings can be salty and you might not need any excess salt.

Turkey Gravy with Drippings

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add the shallot and cook until soft, 5 minutes, then stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more. Stir in herbs and cook for 1 minute. Add the flour and cook until golden brown. Then gradually whisk in 2-3 cups of stock. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat slightly and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. If the gravy is too thick, add more broth to smooth.

Turkey Gravy without Drippings

This homemade turkey gravy recipe with pan drippings utilizes aromatics, fresh herbs, and white wine for a flavorful gravy to go with your Thanksgiving meal. This easy turkey gravy recipe can also be made ahead, to save precious time on Thanksgiving.

Turkey Gravy

unsalted butter

shallot

sage leaves

thyme leaves

dry white wine

all purpose flour

turkey stock

turkey

black pepper

In a saucepan, over medium heat, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter. Once melted, add in the chopped thyme, sage, and shallot. Stir to combine and allow the herbs and shallot to infuse and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add white wine and allow to reduce by half, about 4 minutes. Once reduced, sprinkle the flour over the top and stir until flour is fully incorporated. Add in the turkey stock and 2 tbsp of the pan drippings from roasted turkey (if making ahead of time, omit pan drippings until turkey is roasted).

Once the stock is added, whisk until all clumps are removed. Since the pan drippings are salty, no need to add additional salt. Add freshly ground black pepper and lower the heat to low. Allow to simmer for 15 minutes for flavors to meld. If you want a thinner consistency you can add more stock or water.

You can serve right away along side your dinner or if you're making ahead of time, allow to cool and store in an airtight container.

If made ahead of time: If you made the gravy ahead and want to add pan drippings, return the cold turkey gravy to a saucepan. Over low heat, so you do not burn it, allow it to warm. Once warmed, add a tablespoon or two of your pan drippings to taste, and whisk to integrate into the gravy.

This incredibly easy recipe makes the BEST Homemade Turkey Gravy that I have ever had. Once you learn how to make turkey gravy from scratch rather than using a packet, you will never go back!

Homemade Gravy for Turkey

butter or fat (from off the top of the drippings)

drippings OR broth ((see note))

salt & black pepper, (to taste)

Reheat the drippings or broth so they are warm. Skim off 1/4 cup of fat from the top of the drippings and set aside. Discard the remaining fat, reserving the drippings and adding enough broth or water to make 2 1/2 cups of liquid.

Heat the fat (or melt an equal amount of butter) in a large pan over medium heat. Sprinkle with the flour, whisking it in and cooking for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned to create a roux.

Gradually add the warm drippings or broth to the roux, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. It will thicken almost immediately at first, then thin out as more and more liquid is added.

Once all of the drippings or broth have been added, continue to cook and stir frequently for 5 to 10 minutes until thickened to your liking. If the gravy gets too thick, thin out with a little addition broth or water. If it is too thin, make a slurry with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water and whisk that into the gravy, letting it cook for another minute or two to thicken up.

Looking for a foolproof turkey gravy recipe to elevate your holiday feast? This easy homemade gravy comes together quickly and delivers incredible flavor, especially when made with rich turkey drippings. Whether you’re using drippings or broth, this recipe guarantees a smooth, luscious result that will quickly become a family favorite!

Homemade Turkey Gravy Recipe

turkey drippings (about 2 cups)

butter ((or fat from turkey drippings))

chicken, turkey, or vegetable broth

salt & pepper

When your turkey is done roasting, carefully pour the drippings (the liquid and any bits left in the pan) into a large bowl. Be cautious as you tip the pan so you don’t burn yourself.  Save these drippings for the base of the gravy.

Let the drippings rest until the fat separates from the rest of the drippings and floats to the top. You will notice that the drippings and liquid will be on the bottom.

Use a large spoon or ladle to remove (skim) most of the fat (you can also use 3-4 tablespoons of this fat in place of the butter) from the top of the drippings. Then, reserve 2 cups of drippings (liquid).If you do not have enough drippings from your turkey, substitute it with broth.

To make the gravy, place the roasting pan you used for the turkey on the stove (or use a large skillet or saucepan) over medium-high heat.  Add butter to the roasting pan and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

Add the flour to the pan and whisk everything together until you form a roux. Continue to whisk until the roux is a dark brown color and fragrant. If you find the roux is too greasy, add a little more flour until it is pasty and not overly greasy.

Slowly whisk in 2 cup of drippings to the pan and 4 cups of chicken broth.

Turn the heat to high and bring the liquid to a boil while still stirring. Once the liquid reaches a boil, reduce the heat to medium and stir occasionally until the gravy is as thick as you&#39;d like. This will take about 5 to 8 minutes. You can add broth until the desired consistency is reached.

Once the gravy is thick, serve it immediately or keep it over very low heat until you are ready to serve. If the gravy develops a thin film on the top, whisk until smooth again. Adjust salt and pepper if needed, but be sure to taste first as the drippings can be salty and you might not need any excess salt.

Homemade Turkey Gravy made easy! Make it with drippings or without drippings in just 15 minutes.

broth

drippings* see notes

salt & black pepper (, to taste)

Other flavor add-ins

Melt the butter over medium heat in a heavy bottom saucepan.

When melted, whisk with the flour until a paste forms. Continue to whisk until roux starts to brown and become fragrant.

Slowly add the broth and drippings while whisking vigorously. Continue to whisk until fully heated.

Taste test for seasoning. Add the salt and freshly ground black pepper sparingly until desired taste is achieved.

Add other seasonings, if desired and continue to heat for 5-15 minutes.

If you run into problems, such as your gravy being too thin, too thick, too salty or having other issues, check this post for common gravy problems and how to solve them!

If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings!

So good- the perfect comfort food. Not overwhelming, but still flavorful.

Wow, I love all the info and tips in this post. I always have difficulties with reducing saltiness. I love the potato idea. I will try it next time for sure.

Wow! So creamy and flavorful; this will be a hit at Thanksgiving dinner! Delish!

I love how easy this gravy is to make. Really appreciate all the instructions to make it perfect.

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