Learn how to make a rich and flavorful turkey gravy from scratch that will elevate your Thanksgiving dinner or any roasted poultry dish. This recipe uses pan drippings, stock, and aromatic vegetables to create a savory and velvety gravy that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
- Turkey pan drippings
- Turkey stock or chicken broth
- Onion
- Carrot
- Celery
- Butter
- Flour
- Salt and pepper
Directions
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pan and cook until vegetables are soft.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes to make a roux.
- Slowly whisk in turkey stock or chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Strain the gravy through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps or vegetables.
- Serve the rich turkey gravy with roasted turkey or your favorite poultry dish.
- Enjoy the delicious flavors of homemade gravy!
