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Thanksgiving Gravy Recipe

Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with this rich and savory gravy recipe! Made with roasted turkey drippings, shallots, and aromatic vegetables, this gravy is the perfect complement to your holiday turkey and all the trimmings. Easy to follow instructions ensure a smooth, flavorful gravy every time.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 52.2 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
Thanksgiving Gravy 14

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How to Make Thanksgiving Gravy

  1. Place the giblets, neck bone, 4 cups turkey broth, 2 carrots (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 1 cup shallots (finely chopped) in a large saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 75-80 minutes, or until the vegetables are very tender.
  4. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl, discarding the solids.
  5. Set the strained cooking juices aside. Skim off any excess fat from the surface.
  6. In a separate saucepan, whisk together 1/4 cup cornstarch and 1/2 cup cold water until smooth.
  7. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of turkey drippings and 1 cup of chicken bouillon into the cornstarch slurry.
  8. Gradually whisk in the reserved cooking juices, stirring constantly.
  9. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  10. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
  11. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste. (Optional: Add a pinch of salt if needed, but remember the bouillon will add saltiness.)
  12. Serve immediately over your Thanksgiving turkey and mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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