Description
This Homemade Turkey Gravy recipe is a simple and delicious way to enhance your roasted turkey dinner. Made from buttery roux and rich turkey drippings or chicken broth, seasoned with classic spices, this smooth and velvety gravy adds comforting flavor to your holiday table or any meal featuring turkey.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup to 1 cup drippings from a roasted turkey, or 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Instructions
- Make the Roux: Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the all-purpose flour to the butter and stir constantly to create a roux. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens and turns a toasted caramel color, which adds a deep nutty flavor to your gravy.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Slowly pour in the turkey drippings or chicken broth, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Add black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and poultry seasoning. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Simmer the Gravy: Reduce heat to low and let the gravy simmer gently for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally as it thickens to a smooth, velvety texture. Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning as needed for your preferred flavor balance.
- Serve: Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the gravy before serving to add a fresh, vibrant touch. Pour over roasted turkey slices or side dishes and enjoy.
Notes
- Use turkey drippings for the richest flavor, or chicken broth as a convenient substitute.
- To avoid lumps, whisk constantly when adding liquid to the roux.
- You can prepare the roux ahead and refrigerate; just reheat and add your liquids before serving.
- Adjust seasoning carefully as turkey drippings may already contain salt.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce / Gravy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: turkey gravy, homemade gravy, turkey drippings gravy, Thanksgiving gravy, easy turkey gravy
