For a smoother gravy, use an immersion blender to eliminate any remaining lumps. If you don't have turkey drippings, you can substitute melted butter or olive oil. To make the gravy ahead of time, cool it completely and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Turkey Gravy from Giblets
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME2 hrs 15 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 25 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS18
Transform humble giblets into a rich, savory gravy that will elevate your Thanksgiving feast. The secret lies in simmering the giblets to create a flavorful broth, the foundation for this culinary masterpiece.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate4 g
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Cholesterol52 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium451 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, turkey neck, giblets, chopped onion, diced celery, salt, and black pepper. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer gently for 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen. (Simmer time: 2 hours)
03 Step
Recipe View After simmering, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve, reserving approximately 4 cups of the flavorful liquid. Discard the solids. (Strain time: 10 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the turkey drippings to the pan. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Gradually whisk in the all-purpose flour until a smooth paste forms. This is your roux, the thickening agent for the gravy. (Roux creation time: 5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Slowly pour in the strained broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. (Blending time: 5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Bring the gravy to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Cook and stir until the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency, about 15 to 20 minutes. (Thickening time: 15-20 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry sherry or a pat of butter at the end.
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Taya Nikolaus
Jun 9, 2025The instructions were clear and easy to follow. My gravy turned out perfectly smooth and flavorful.
Kareem Pagac
May 25, 2025I was hesitant to use giblets, but this recipe completely changed my mind. It's so easy and delicious!
Mackenzie Dickens
May 23, 2025This gravy was the star of our Thanksgiving dinner! The giblet broth added so much depth of flavor.