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Classic Turkey Gravy from Pan Drippings

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A smooth and savory homemade turkey gravy made from your roasted turkey’s pan drippings, perfect for holiday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons pan drippings
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups turkey broth or stock
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pour the pan drippings from your roasted turkey into a heatproof bowl or a fat separator. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the fat to separate from the juices. Skim off about 4 tablespoons of the fat and reserve it.
  2. Place a saucepan over medium heat. Add the reserved 4 tablespoons of turkey fat.
  3. Whisk in the 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour with the melted fat. Cook, whisking constantly, for about 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and lightly golden. This is your roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of turkey broth or stock, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, whisking often. Continue to simmer for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency.
  6. Season the gravy with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your taste.
  7. If you have any meat juices from the roasting pan that are not fat, you can whisk them into the gravy at this stage for extra flavor.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a smoother gravy, you can strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before serving.
  • If you don’t have enough pan drippings, you can supplement with butter or additional turkey fat.
  • If your gravy is too thick, whisk in a little more turkey broth or water until it reaches the right consistency.
  • If your gravy is too thin, you can make a slurry with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of cold water, then whisk it into the simmering gravy until thickened.

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