Ingredients for Kittencal's Easy No Fail Make Anytime Turkey Gravy
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
- 1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- enough pan drippings (combined with broth/water to make 4 cups total liquid)
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) margarine (optional, if not using butter)
- enough chicken broth or water (to combine with drippings for 4 cups total liquid)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (alternative)
- 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon powder (alternative)
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How to Make Kittencal's Easy No Fail Make Anytime Turkey Gravy
- Strain the pan drippings from your roasted turkey through a fine-mesh sieve.
- Let the drippings settle, then carefully skim off and discard any excess fat from the surface.
- Add enough chicken broth or water to the drippings to reach 4 cups total liquid.
- In a medium saucepan, melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) of margarine or butter over medium-low heat.
- Add 1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
- Whisk in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour + 3 tablespoons, ensuring no lumps form. Cook for 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly, until lightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in the 4 cups of turkey broth/drippings. Whisk continuously to prevent lumps.
- Continue whisking over medium-low heat until the gravy simmers and thickens to your desired consistency (about 5-7 minutes).
- Serve immediately or keep warm on the lowest heat setting, whisking occasionally to prevent sticking. If making ahead, keep uncovered on the stovetop.
- Leftovers freeze beautifully! For a thinner gravy, reduce the flour by 1 tablespoon.
- **Alternative using only chicken broth:** Use 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon powder (or omit bouillon for a lighter flavor).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
58g
Carbs
4g
