Turkey Gravy Recipe

Name: Turkey Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds turkey bones*; 1/2 cup canola oil; 6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped; 2 medium onions, roughly chopped (about 2 1/2 cups); 2 stalks celery, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup); 2 large carrots, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup); 4 teaspoons fresh black peppercorns, smashed with back of knife; 1 cup brandy; 1 gallon chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth; 2 cups veal demi-glace; 1/2 bunch fresh basil, for steeping (about 1 1/4 ounces); 2 teaspoons kosher salt; *If turkey bones are unavailable, use chicken backs, or, for more turkey flavor, a combination of chicken backs and turkey necks.

Servings: persons

3 pounds turkey bones*
1/2 cup canola oil
6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
2 medium onions, roughly chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 stalks celery, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup)
2 large carrots, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup)
4 teaspoons fresh black peppercorns, smashed with back of knife
1 cup brandy
1 gallon chicken stock or low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups veal demi-glace
1/2 bunch fresh basil, for steeping (about 1 1/4 ounces)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
*If turkey bones are unavailable, use chicken backs, or, for more turkey flavor, a combination of chicken backs and turkey necks.

1
Arrange rack in center of oven and preheat to 425u00b0F. In roasting pan, toss bones with 1/4 cup oil. Roast until well browned, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
2
In heavy, large pot over moderately low heat, heat remaining 1/4 cup oil until hot but not smoking. Add garlic, onions, celery, and carrots and saute until golden brown, 16 to 18 minutes. Add peppercorns and continue cooking until aromatic, 2 to 3 minutes. Add brandy and simmer, uncovered, until reduced by half, about 1 minute.
3
Add turkey bones, chicken stock, and demi-glace and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until thickened and reduced by half, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Strain, return to pot, and place over moderately low heat. Skim excess fat, then add basil, remove from heat, cover, and let steep 10 minutes.
4
Strain gravy through cheesecloth-lined sieve into large pot. Stir in salt and keep warm.

1005

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

109

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 pounds turkey bones*, 1/2 cup canola oil, 6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped, 2 medium onions, roughly chopped (about 2 1/2 cups), and more.

Yes, 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.

Turkey Gravy

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