Orange County (Nc That Is) Turkey Giblet Gravy

Name: Orange County (Nc That Is) Turkey Giblet Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs turkey giblets (heart, gizzards, liver, neck); 1 smoked ham hock; 1 quart water; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 onions, medium unpeeled; 8 cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 celery ribs, rinsed but whole; 1 carrot, split lengthwise; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (not self-rising); 2 cups pan drippings from turkey (at least 1/2 cup turkey grease or butter); 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 lbs turkey giblets (heart, gizzards, liver, neck)
1 smoked ham hock
1 quart water
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 onions, medium unpeeled
8 cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 celery ribs, rinsed but whole
1 carrot, split lengthwise
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (not self-rising)
2 cups pan drippings from turkey (at least 1/2 cup turkey grease or butter)
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

1
Stud the UNPEELED onions with cloves.
2
Rinse giblets & put in crockpot with ham hock, onions, carrot, celery, nutmeg, salt & water.
3
Cook overnight (10hours) on low.
4
Once cool, pick the tender but stringy meat from the neckbones & ham hock. Finely chop the livers, heart & gizzards. SAVE THE COOKING BROTH! Discard vegies, they are done.
5
Combine the neck meat, ham hock meat & chopped gizzards. Refrigerate.
6
In a separate container refrigerate broth until ready to complete the gravy.
7
Don't worry if broth has jellied in the fridge, simply scoop out 1/2 cup increments to make gravy.
8
Once turkey is done & pulled from oven, pull 1/2 cup turkey grease from pan (I use a fat separator to get turkey grease & pan juices) & put in large skillet.
9
On medium heat, add 1/2 cup of flour & stir constantly until a nice peanut buttery brown roux develops. Don't walk away & burn it because this will make a bitter gravy.
10
Add broth - initally 2 cups, preferably separated drippings from roasting pan, then 1/2 cup of broth at a time & simmer over medium heat until thickend to desired consistency.
11
Add giblets & heat through.
12
Season to taste with coarse ground black pepper & additional salt if desired. Place in warmed gravy boat & serve steaming hot alongside turkey, taters & stuffing. Enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving!

789

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs turkey giblets (heart, gizzards, liver, neck), 1 smoked ham hock, 1 quart water, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Orange County (Nc That Is) Turkey Giblet 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!