Grpa's Best Homemade Turkey Gravy

Elevate your holiday table with Grpa's Best Homemade Turkey Gravy, a foolproof recipe that transforms simple turkey drippings into a velvety, savory masterpiece. Made with a golden roux of butter and flour, flavorful turkey or chicken stock, and the rich, roasted essence of turkey drippings, this gravy boasts a silky, lump-free texture that's perfect for ladling over turkey, mashed potatoes, and stuffing. Optional touches like fresh thyme and a splash of heavy cream add a gourmet twist, while the quick 25-minute prep and cook time make it a hassle-free addition to your feast. Whether for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion that calls for a comforting turkey dinner, this gravy is sure to become a family tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup turkey drippings
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken or turkey stock
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)

Directions

Step 1

After roasting your turkey, carefully pour the drippings from the roasting pan into a heat-proof container. Allow the drippings to sit for a few minutes, then skim off the fat from the top. Reserve 1 cup of the drippings for the gravy.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until foamy.

Step 3

Whisk in the all-purpose flour to form a roux. Cook the roux for 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly, until it turns a light golden brown. This removes the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually add the chicken or turkey stock to the roux, whisking constantly to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth texture.

Step 5

Stir in the reserved turkey drippings and continue to whisk. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Season the gravy with salt, ground black pepper, and, if desired, the fresh thyme for added herbaceous flavor.

Step 7

If you prefer a richer gravy, stir in the heavy cream and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 8

Simmer the gravy for 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens to your preferred consistency. If it becomes too thick, add more stock a tablespoon at a time to thin it out.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm over turkey, mashed potatoes, or stuffing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1076.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	963.9

Total Fat 93.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 240.8mg	0%
Sodium 4961.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 2.4g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69.1mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 211.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.3%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 11.1%