Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy Recipe

Name: Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 turkey drumsticks; 1 turkey neck; 1 turkey gizzard, from the bird; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 medium carrots, coarsely chopped; 3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped; 1 onion, coarsely chopped; 5 cups low sodium chicken broth or 5 cups home-made chicken stock or 5 cups low-sodium turkey stock; 1 cup dry white wine or 1 cup dry vermouth; 6 sprigs fresh thyme; ½ cup butter; ½ cup all-purpose flour; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 turkey drumsticks
1 turkey neck
1 turkey gizzard, from the bird
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 medium carrots, coarsely chopped
3 celery ribs, coarsely chopped
1 onion, coarsely chopped
5 cups low sodium chicken broth or 5 cups home-made chicken stock or 5 cups low-sodium turkey stock
1 cup dry white wine or 1 cup dry vermouth
6 sprigs fresh thyme
½ cup butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
salt and pepper

1
Heat oven to 450 degrees F.
2
Place turkey parts, carrots, celery, and onion in a roasting pan; toss lightly with oil.
3
(Line the pan with foil for easy cleanup.
4
).
5
Roast for 1 hour, then transfer the vegetables to a Dutch oven or large pot.
6
Roast the turkey parts an additional 30 minutes.
7
Transfer turkey parts and any juices to the Dutch oven.
8
Add broth, wine and thyme.
9
Bring to a boil.
10
Simmer until visibly reduced; about 25 minutes.
11
Strain out solids and refrigerate strained stock for 2 hours.
12
Skim off excess congealed fat.
13
Heat butter until bubbling in a saucier or medium saucepan.
14
Whisk in flour and cook to a honey-colored roux.
15
Whisk in strained stock stirring briskly, and bring to a boil.
16
Simmer 5 to 10 minutes until thickened.
17
Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
18
Reheat in microwave oven.

1110

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 turkey drumsticks, 1 turkey neck, 1 turkey gizzard, from the bird, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

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