Essence-of-Thanksgiving Gravy Recipe

Name: Essence-of-Thanksgiving Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. butter; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 2 large onions, quartered and sliced (4 cups); 1/2 bunch celery, coarsely chopped (4 cups); 1 lb. mushrooms, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup white wine, optional; 4 sprigs thyme; 4 sprigs marjoram; 2 sprigs rosemary

Servings: persons

1
Heat butter and oil in large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onions, celery, and mushrooms, and season with salt, if desired.
3
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 10 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften.
4
Uncover, add garlic, and cook 30 minutes, or until vegetables are very soft and most of liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally.
5
Stir in flour, and cook 3 to 4 minutes, or until flour begins to brown.
6
Stir in wine (if using), and cook 1 to 2 minutes.
7
Add
8
5 cups water, thyme, marjoram, and rosemary.
9
Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
10
Strain gravy through fine-mesh sieve.
11
Rewarm, if necessary.

664

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. butter, 1 Tbs. olive oil, 2 large onions, quartered and sliced (4 cups), 1/2 bunch celery, coarsely chopped (4 cups), and more.

Yes, Essence-of-Thanksgiving Gravy falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Essence-of-Thanksgiving Gravy

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Variations & substitutions

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