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Advance Planning Turkey Gravy Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this make-ahead turkey gravy recipe! Forget last-minute gravy stress – this recipe allows you to create a rich, flavorful gravy well in advance. With enough to generously cover your turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and vegetables, this recipe guarantees a delicious and abundant gravy experience. Using readily available ingredients (easily found at WinCo!), this recipe is perfect for large gatherings. Prepare it ahead of time and simply reheat on Thanksgiving Day for a stress-free holiday. Adapted from Woman's Day Magazine.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 210 mins
Calories 230.6 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Advance Planning Turkey Gravy

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How to Make Advance Planning Turkey Gravy

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange 2 lbs turkey wings in a single layer in a large roasting pan.
  3. Roast until wings are deeply browned and crispy, approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  4. Transfer the roasted wings to a 5- to 6-quart pot. Add 2 large carrots (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 1 medium yellow onion (chopped), and 6 cups of chicken broth.
  5. Refrigerate the remaining 2 cups of chicken broth separately.
  6. Deglaze the roasting pan with 1 cup of hot water, scraping and stirring vigorously to dissolve all cooked-on bits.
  7. Add the deglazed pan juices to the pot with the wings and vegetables. Add 2 sprigs fresh thyme.
  8. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  9. Remove the wings to a cutting board; remove the skin and bones, reserving the meat for another use (e.g., salads, sandwiches).
  10. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a 3-quart saucepan, pressing on the vegetables to extract maximum flavor.
  11. Discard the solids (vegetables).
  12. Skim off any excess fat from the surface of the broth and discard.
  13. Bring the broth to a gentle boil.
  14. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour with the 2 cups of chilled chicken broth until completely smooth and lump-free.
  15. Whisk the flour mixture into the boiling broth, stirring constantly.
  16. Bring the gravy back to a boil, and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened (approximately 3-4 minutes).
  17. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of butter and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  18. Taste and add salt to preference.
  19. Serve immediately or freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

23g

Carbs

3g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For Large Groups Side Dishes Poultry Fall Holiday Event Winter Turkey Dietary Thanksgiving Low Sodium Seasonal Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less