Description
This Easy Turkey Gravy is the perfect smooth and creamy addition to your turkey dinner. Made with turkey drippings, homemade broth, and a simple cornstarch-based thickener, this gravy is flavorful and easy to prepare. It’s the ideal complement for your holiday turkey, mashed potatoes, and more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup turkey drippings
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 2 cups turkey broth (neck and gizzard) – boiled and simmered on low heat while the turkey is cooking in the oven
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Broth:
While your turkey is cooking in the oven, boil the neck and gizzard in a pot with water, simmering on low heat to create a rich homemade turkey broth. - Melt Butter and Drippings:
In a saucepan, combine the turkey drippings and butter. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the drippings are hot. - Add Cornstarch:
Stir in the cornstarch and mix well. Let the mixture cook for a couple of minutes, allowing the cornstarch to slightly brown and develop flavor. - Add Turkey Broth:
Slowly add the homemade turkey broth to the mixture while stirring constantly. Allow the mixture to come to a boil over medium heat, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. - Simmer and Season:
Once the gravy reaches your desired consistency, season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue stirring for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld. - Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the gravy warm over your turkey, mashed potatoes, or stuffing, and enjoy!
Notes
- Homemade Broth: For the best flavor, use homemade turkey broth made from the turkey neck and gizzard. This adds a rich depth of flavor to the gravy.
- Consistency Adjustments: If the gravy becomes too thick, add a bit more broth to loosen it up. If it’s too thin, simmer it for a bit longer until it thickens.
- Storage: Leftover gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20mg