Description
This rich and flavorful turkey gravy is the perfect complement to your roasted turkey. Made with drippings from your roasting pan, flour, and chicken broth, it has a smooth, luscious texture and a savory taste that enhances any holiday meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Gravy Ingredients
- 6 tbsp drippings from turkey roasting pan
- 6 tbsp plain/all-purpose flour
- 4 cups low sodium chicken broth or stock
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Roasting Pan: Place the roasting pan with drippings on the stove over medium heat. Use a burner that can accommodate the pan, preferably one that fits across two burners. Leave any garlic, onion, or other flavoring bits in the pan to enhance the gravy’s taste.
- Add and Cook Flour: Once the drippings start sizzling and bubbling, add the flour. Stir constantly and cook the flour for about 1 minute to remove the raw taste, forming a roux.
- Incorporate Broth Gradually: Slowly pour in the chicken broth while continuously stirring to prevent lumps. Use a whisk if necessary to keep the gravy smooth, especially around any onion or garlic bits in the pan.
- Simmer and Thicken: Let the mixture simmer until it thickens to your desired consistency, keeping in mind it will thicken more as it cools. Season with salt and pepper to taste at the end of cooking.
- Strain the Gravy: Pour the gravy through a fine strainer into a bowl, pressing down on the onion and garlic solids to extract maximum flavor before discarding them.
- Serve: Transfer the strained gravy to a jug and serve alongside your roasted turkey. To keep the gravy warm for longer, store it in a thermos.
Notes
- Use drippings from your roasted turkey pan for the richest flavor.
- Low sodium chicken broth is preferable to control the saltiness of the gravy.
- Whisking constantly when adding broth helps avoid lumps.
- Gravy thickens more as it cools, so adjust seasoning towards the end carefully.
- Storing gravy in a thermos helps maintain temperature before serving.
