Golden Harvest Turkey Gravy: Homemade Recipe for Thanksgiving Joy 🦃🍁

🦃 Turkey Gravy Recipe

Description: This recipe for turkey gravy is a delightful addition to your holiday table or any special occasion meal. Originating from a desire for the traditional roasted turkey gravy even when grilling the bird, it has evolved into a versatile and flavorful gravy that can also be transformed into a delicious soup. Every spoonful of this gravy is reminiscent of Thanksgiving, evoking the warmth and joy of New England’s earliest celebrations.

• Servings: 12
• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 3 hours
• Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
• Calories: 116 per serving
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Ingredients:

• 2 celery stalks
• 3 medium onions
• 1 carrot
• 3 cups water
• 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 teaspoons black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

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2. Prepare Roasting Pan: In a large roasting pan, arrange the turkey wings, celery, onions, and carrot.

3. Roast Vegetables: Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are nicely browned.

4. Transfer to Stockpot: Once the vegetables are roasted, transfer them along with any juices from the pan to an 8-quart stockpot.

5. Add Water: Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Partially cover the pot and simmer for 2 hours, skimming any fat that rises to the surface occasionally.

6. Strain Broth: After simmering, strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing down on the solids to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids.

7. Adjust Consistency: Measure the strained broth and add more water if needed to make 4 cups of broth. This can be done a day ahead, and the broth can be refrigerated until ready to use.

8. Make Gravy: To make the gravy, combine the reserved 1/2 cup of broth from a freshly cooked whole turkey with the prepared broth in a saucepan. Cook over low heat, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

9. Prepare Thickening Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour with the reserved 1/2 cup of broth until smooth.

10. Thicken Gravy: Gradually whisk the flour mixture into the saucepan with the broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Season with salt and pepper.

11. Simmer Gravy: Continue to cook the gravy over low heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

12. Strain and Serve: Once thickened, strain the gravy through a fine sieve to remove any lumps or impurities. Transfer the smooth gravy to a gravy boat or serving dish.

13. Enjoy! Serve your homemade turkey gravy alongside your roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, and other Thanksgiving favorites for a truly memorable meal.

Bonus Soup Recipe:

• Soup Variation: To transform this gravy into a comforting soup, skip steps 4 and 5. Instead, add your desired soup ingredients to the strained broth and cook according to your favorite soup recipe. Serve piping hot for a cozy and satisfying meal.

Whether drizzled over slices of succulent turkey or enjoyed as a hearty soup, this turkey gravy recipe is sure to become a beloved tradition at your holiday gatherings and beyond. Embrace the flavors of the season with this comforting and versatile recipe that celebrates the essence of Thanksgiving and the spirit of sharing good food with loved ones.