Perfect Giblet Gravy Recipe
Description: You will want to drizzle this luscious gravy on everything on your plate! How can you go wrong with Southern Living?
Recipe Category: Poultry
Keywords: Meat, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 317.1
- Fat Content: 29g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 173.8mg
- Sodium Content: 495.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 11.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.8g
- Protein Content: 4.1g
Servings: Makes 4 cups
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Water |
| 4 | Butter |
| 1/2 | Margarine |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1 | Celery rib |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 1/4 | All-purpose flour |
| 2 | Half-and-half |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Pepper |
| 1/2 | Poultry seasoning |
| 1/2 | Fresh parsley sprig |
Instructions:
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Prepare Giblets and Neck:
- Bring giblets, neck, and 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 45 minutes or until tender.
- Drain, reserving broth.
- Chop giblets and neck meat, and set aside.
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Prepare the Gravy:
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, celery rib, and carrot; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
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Make the Roux:
- Add 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour to the skillet, stirring until smooth and combined.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
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Thicken the Gravy:
- Gradually add the reserved broth, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
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Finish the Gravy:
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Remove the vegetables using a hand-held wire-mesh strainer, and discard, leaving the gravy in the skillet.
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Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of half-and-half and 2 egg yolks until well combined.
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Temper the Egg Mixture:
- Gradually stir about one-fourth of the hot gravy into the yolk mixture to temper it.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the tempered egg mixture to the remaining hot gravy in the skillet, stirring constantly.
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Cook Giblets and Neck Meat:
- Return the chopped giblets and neck meat to the skillet.
- Cook, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes or until a thermometer registers 160°F.
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Season and Serve:
- Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of poultry seasoning.
- Serve the gravy immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
This Perfect Giblet Gravy recipe is a Southern classic that adds rich flavor to any poultry dish, whether it’s for a special holiday meal or a cozy weeknight dinner. With its creamy texture and savory taste, it’s sure to become a family favorite!
