Description
Elevate your holiday meals with this delectable Turkey Gravy Recipe, a must-have for any festive feast. Crafted from flavorful turkey drippings and infused with aromatic ingredients like onions and sage, this gravy delivers a rich, savory taste that complements roasted turkey and all your favorite sides. With a hint of apple juice for added complexity and a smooth texture that’s easily adaptable for gluten-free diets, this quick recipe takes only 20 minutes from start to finish. Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this versatile gravy will enhance every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups de-fatted turkey drippings (or chicken stock)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons apple juice (optional)
- 1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage (optional)
Instructions
- In a large sauté pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 10-12 minutes until lightly browned.
- Sprinkle the flour over the onions, stir in salt and pepper, and cook for one minute.
- Gradually whisk in the turkey drippings until smooth.
- Stir in apple juice and sage if using, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook while stirring until thickened to your desired consistency, about 4-5 minutes.
- Serve hot alongside your favorite dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free option, simply substitute regular flour with a gluten-free blend. Feel free to experiment with different herbs like thyme or rosemary to customize the flavor.