Description
This classic turkey gravy recipe uses pan drippings and aromatic herbs to create a rich, flavorful sauce perfect for complementing your turkey and sides. Made with butter, garlic, sage, thyme, and flour, the gravy is thickened with turkey stock and simmered to perfection for a smooth, savory finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 teaspoon dried sage
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme minced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups turkey stock preferably from pan drippings
Instructions
- Prepare Stock: If using pan drippings, strain them through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids. Reserve about 2 1/2 cups of liquid. If you lack enough pan drippings, substitute turkey or vegetable stock to reach the required amount.
- Melt Butter and Sauté Aromatics: In a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic, dried sage, and fresh thyme and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to release the herbs’ flavors.
- Add Flour and Cook Roux: Whisk in the all-purpose flour and continue whisking frequently for about 2 minutes or until the mixture turns golden, creating a roux that will thicken the gravy.
- Incorporate Stock and Simmer: Gradually whisk in the reserved pan drippings or turkey stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes while whisking frequently until the gravy thickens to a smooth consistency.
- Season and Serve: Taste the gravy and add salt and pepper as desired. Serve the gravy immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Refrigerate leftover gravy in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat by bringing it to a boil before serving.
- Freeze gravy in a suitable container for up to 4 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and heat thoroughly before serving.
- If pan drippings are lacking, homemade or store-bought turkey or vegetable stock works well as a substitute.
- Whisk constantly when adding flour and stock to prevent lumps and ensure a silky texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 70 kcal
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
