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Easy Turkey Gravy (with Drippings or Stock!)

Learn how to make easy turkey gravy from scratch! Once you taste this delicious, creamy gravy, you will never go back to the packet again. Using only 3 ingredients, this gravy can be made ahead of time with turkey drippings, broth, or stock and then kept warm in a slow cooker.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter or fat from off the top of the drippings
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups turkey drippings or broth*
  • kosher salt
  • black pepper

Instructions

With Drippings:

  • Skim off 1/4 cup of fat from the top of the drippings and set aside. Discard the remaining fat.
  • Place the remaining drippings on low heat in a saucepan on the stove to keep warm. If necessary, add additional broth to the drippings to make 2 1/2 cups of liquid.
  • In a separate saucepan, heat the fat over medium heat. Slowly add the flour one tablespoon at a time while whisking constantly until the flour and fat is well incorporated. [mv_schema_meta name="Make a roux"]
  • Gradually add the warm drippings, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Once the liquid has been added, continue simmering until the gravy reaches desired thickness, about 7-10 minutes. Whisk frequently.
  • Season as desired.

Without Drippings:

  • In a large saucepan, warm the broth or stock on medium-low heat.
  • In a separate saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter over medium heat. Slowly add the flour one tablespoon at a time while whisking constantly until the flour and fat is well incorporated.
  • Gradually add the warm broth or stock, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Once the liquid has been added, continue simmering until the gravy reaches desired thickness, about 7-10 minutes. Whisk frequently.
  • Season as desired.

Notes

Please read the entire post for details, tips, and more!

Make Ahead Tips:

  • Make up to 3 days ahead of time (without drippings) and store in the fridge. Warm before serving.
  • Freezing Turkey Gravy. Flour-based turkey gravy (like this recipe) can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to four months. Freeze in zip top bags, mason jars, or ice cube trays. Defrost in the refrigerator. Warm on the stove top and serve.
Keeping Gravy Warm. After the gravy has reached the desired consistency on the stove, carefully transfer to a slow cooker and place on the “keep warm” or “low” setting for up to several hours. Stir occasionally to prevent separating. When it’s time to serve, ladle into a gravy boat and place on the table.

What to serve with gravy:

If you are making a full Thanksgiving Dinner, make sure you add these other holiday recipes to your menu.
Mashed Potatoes (IP Method here!)
Cranberry Sauce
Homemade Cornbread Dressing
Oven Roasted Turkey
More Holiday Recipes, Thanksgiving Side Dishes
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Nutrition:

Nutrition Facts
Easy Turkey Gravy (with Drippings or Stock!)
Serving Size
 
1 grams
Amount per Serving
Calories
728
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
79
g
122
%
Saturated Fat
 
32
g
200
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
8
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
35
g
Cholesterol
 
85
mg
28
%
Sodium
 
157
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
6
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.01
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.5
g
1
%
Calcium
 
2
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutritional values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.
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