I look forward to this Thanksgiving Gravy almost as much as the turkey itself. It’s smooth, savory, and has that homemade taste you just can’t get from a jar. A little drizzle of this makes every bite better.
While the turkey rests, make the gravy. Carefully transfer the turkey drippings to a measuring cup. Heat 3 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, make a roux by whisking in ¼ cups of flour. Whisk constantly for at least 1 minute, until fully absorbed (feel free to add more flour if you want it thicker).
Add the turkey drippings and enough broth to get to 4 cups of liquid. Raise the heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer for about 5-7 minutes and let it thicken until your desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (it may not need anything if the bird was seasoned well). Serve warm alongside turkey!
Notes
Whisk constantly. Keep whisking while adding the flour and liquids to ensure a silky, even texture.
Gravy thickens as it cools, so make it slightly thinner if preparing in advance. Warm broth helps incorporate faster and evenly.
Make it ahead. Prepare the gravy a day in advance and reheat gently with a splash of broth to loosen it up.
Strain for extra smoothness. Pour the finished gravy through a fine mesh sieve if you want a perfectly velvety finish.
Save the pan bits. Scrape up any browned bits from the roasting pan and add them to the gravy for deeper flavor.
This Thanksgiving Gravy is delicious served with our Spatchcock Turkey.
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