Best 2 Make Ahead Turkey Gravy With Porcini Mushrooms And Marsala Wine Recipes

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Indulge in the exquisite symphony of flavors as you explore the art of crafting a delectable "Make Ahead Turkey Gravy with Porcini Mushrooms and Marsala Wine." This extraordinary recipe, a culinary masterpiece that awakens the senses, seamlessly blends the rich essence of roasted turkey with the earthy elegance of porcini mushrooms, culminating in a velvety, aromatic gravy that elevates any Thanksgiving or special occasion feast to new heights of culinary delight.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAKE-AHEAD TURKEY GRAVY WITH PORCINI MUSHROOMS AND MARSALA WINE



Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy with Porcini Mushrooms and Marsala Wine image

With this make-ahead gravy on the menu, there's no scrambling to make gravy when the turkey comes out of the oven.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes     Turkey Gravy Recipes

Time 5h55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
4 turkey necks
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
⅓ cup Marsala wine
2 quarts cold water
1 bay leaf
2 garlic cloves
¼ ounce dried porcini mushrooms
¼ ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 cup hot water
¼ cup butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons heavy cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Brown turkey necks in hot oil, about 6 minutes per side. Add the onion, celery, and carrots; cook until the vegetables begin to soften and brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour in the Marsala wine, and scrape and dissolve any browned meat and vegetable bits off the bottom of the pan. Raise heat to high; cook until liquid is reduced by half.
  • Stir in 2 quarts of cold water, bay leaf, garlic cloves, and 1/4 ounce dried porcini mushrooms. Bring to a simmer, and turn heat to low. As stock simmers, skim and discard any foam that comes to the top. Cover partially, and simmer on very low heat for 4-5 hours. Strain out solids, and set broth aside to cool.
  • In a bowl, cover 1/4 ounce dried porcini with 1 cup hot water; allow to rehydrate for 10 minutes. Remove mushrooms from water, and chop fine. Heat 1/4 cup butter in a large saucepan over medium heat, and brown mushrooms, about 10 minutes. Stir flour into mushrooms and butter, and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Whisk in broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, and raise heat to medium high; bring gravy to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook gravy until reduced and thickened, about 30 minutes. Stir often. Just before serving, stir in cream, and season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 56.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

MAKE-AHEAD MARSALA TURKEY GRAVY



Make-Ahead Marsala Turkey Gravy image

The Thanksgiving Day kitchen is a busy, hectic scene that can intimidate even the most experienced cooks. By doing your gravy ahead of time, you make that last-minute production a lot easier. That's not to say I want you to throw away all those lovely turkey pan juices sitting in your roasting pan. Time permitting, strain them into a saucepan, boil them down, and add them to this sauce.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes     Turkey Gravy Recipes

Time 7h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 turkey necks
1 onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
⅓ cup Marsala wine
2 quarts cold water
¼ ounce dried porcini mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 bay leaf
¼ cup butter
¼ ounce dried porcini mushrooms
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons heavy cream
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place turkey necks in the Dutch oven and cook until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in onion, celery, and carrot; cook and stir until onion is soft and slightly brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour Marsala wine over turkey necks; increase heat to high and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits off of the bottom of the pan. Simmer until wine is reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in water, 1/4 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, garlic, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil then decrease heat to low; simmer, skimming any foam or fat that rises to the top. Cover the Dutch oven almost completely; simmer until meat is falling off the bones, 4 to 5 hours. Strain turkey stock carefully into a clean container and cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • Place 1/4 ounce dry porcini mushrooms in a bowl and cover with warm water; soak until mushrooms are soft enough to dice, about 15 minutes. Drain, squeezing out excess water, and dice. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add diced porcini mushrooms; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir flour into mushrooms and butter; cook and stir until flour is no longer gritty, about 3 minutes.
  • Whisk in turkey stock, increase heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is 1/3 reduced and thick, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in cream, season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.4 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 68.5 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 79.2 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the gravy. Use fresh porcini mushrooms if you can find them. If not, you can use dried porcini mushrooms. Just be sure to soak them in hot water for 30 minutes before using.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the turkey wings, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from browning evenly.
  • Deglaze the pan with Marsala wine: After searing the turkey wings, deglaze the pan with Marsala wine. This will help to loosen any browned bits and add flavor to the gravy.
  • Simmer the gravy for at least 30 minutes: The longer you simmer the gravy, the more flavorful it will be. Simmer it for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour.
  • Strain the gravy before serving: Once the gravy is done simmering, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.

Conclusion:

This make-ahead turkey gravy is the perfect way to add flavor to your Thanksgiving feast. It's easy to make and can be made ahead of time, so you can relax and enjoy your holiday. So, gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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