Name: How to Make the Best Turkey Gravy for Thanksgiving Dinner
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 4 cups turkey or chicken stock; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 cup pan drippings from roasted turkey; Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make the Best Turkey Gravy for Thanksgiving Dinner

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This is the ultimate recipe for making the best turkey gravy to accompany your Thanksgiving dinner. The rich and flavorful gravy is made from turkey drippings, stock, and a few simple ingredients. It's the perfect finishing touch to your roasted turkey and mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

4 cups turkey or chicken stock
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup pan drippings from roasted turkey
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat
Whisk in flour until smooth and cook for 2-3 minutes
Slowly pour in stock while whisking constantly to prevent lumps
Add in pan drippings and continue to whisk until gravy thickens
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Simmer for a few more minutes until desired consistency is reached

Interesting Facts

Using pan drippings from the roasted turkey adds incredible flavor to the gravy

Whisking constantly while adding the stock helps to prevent lumps and create a smooth gravy texture