Description
A simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Turkey Gravy from the turkey drippings in the bottom of the roasting pan! An essential for Thanksgiving Day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups turkey drippings
- 1 cup chicken broth (or turkey stock)
- kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Drippings: collect the turkey drippings from under the cooked whole turkey or turkey breast in a large measuring cup or fat separator. Remove the top layer of fat and any solid bits that collect in the cup.
- Roux: In a deep skillet or medium saucepan melt butter on medium-high heat. Then add in flour and whisk to combine. This will create a sort of paste (called a roux) and it should have an almost nutty smell.
- Adding Liquid: Then slowly add in the turkey drippings, whisking constantly. Continue adding and whisking until it is all added. Then do the same thing with the broth, until it is all incorporated.
- Consistency: Assess the consistency of the gravy – if you like it a little thinner, add broth a little at a time, whisking to combine, until you have reached your desired consistency. If you want it a bit thicker, let it simmer (a soft boil) for a little bit and it will continue to thicken. Taste and add salt, as desired.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately! If gravy ends up having to sit for a bit and you feel it dries up a bit, just add a splash of broth and whisk to revive.
Notes
- Prepping Turkey Drippings: I would recommend using a fat separator to separate the fat from your drippings. You can also just let them sit for a few minutes, the excess fat will float to the top and you can scoop most of it out with just a large spoon.
- Drippings Amount: If you don’t have quite 2 cups of drippings just make up for the difference with broth.
- Storage: leftover gravy actually stores really well in the refrigerator! Store in airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 3-4 months in a sealed container (leave room for expansion) or even an ice cube tray for smaller portion to reheat!