Description
Transform your holiday plate with this Easy Turkey Gravy, a rich, smooth, and savory sauce that elevates every bite of your roast turkey, mashed potatoes, or stuffing. Whether you’re searching for quick Thanksgiving sides, easy dinner ideas, or a way to use turkey drippings, this foolproof recipe is your go-to. It’s a classic made simple, with pantry staples and under 15 minutes of cooking—perfect for holiday gatherings or comforting weeknight meals. This is the ultimate gravy recipe for all your easy recipe and dinner ideas needs.
Ingredients
1/4 cup fat (turkey drippings or unsalted butter)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 to 3 cups turkey stock or low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or poultry seasoning (optional)
1 to 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Instructions
1. If using turkey drippings, pour them into a measuring cup, let the fat separate, and skim off until you have about 1/4 cup. Supplement with butter if needed. If not using drippings, warm the broth to prep.
2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the fat or butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2–3 minutes until golden and nutty-smelling.
3. Gradually whisk in the stock, one cup at a time, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
4. Let the gravy simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens. Add seasonings and taste to adjust.
5. For ultra-smooth texture, strain through a fine mesh strainer into a serving bowl (optional).
6. Serve warm over turkey, potatoes, or stuffing. Stir before serving.
Notes
Whisk constantly when adding stock to avoid lumps.
Use warm broth, not cold, to keep the gravy smooth.
If it thickens too much after cooking, stir in a little warm broth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: <1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: turkey gravy, easy dinner, Thanksgiving, quick gravy, holiday sauce