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Perfect Turkey Gravy

Perfect turkey gravy starts with a pale-golden roux and simmers until smooth and thick. Turkey broth and pan drippings give it a rich, savory flavor for serving with your meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 165
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3.5 cup low-sodium turkey broth
  • 0.5 cup turkey pan drippings or low-sodium turkey broth strained, defatted
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 3-quart saucepan

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, until the roux is smooth and pale golden.
  3. Gradually whisk in the turkey broth and pan drippings until smooth.
  4. Bring the gravy to a simmer over medium heat.
  5. Cook for 5 to 8 minutes, whisking often, until thickened.
  6. Stir in the salt and black pepper.
  7. Taste the gravy.
  8. Add more salt if needed.

Notes

For smooth gravy, whisk in the broth gradually. Refrigerate leftovers for 3 to 4 days; freeze yes. For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.