RICH AND SILKY TURKEY GRAVY
Good gravy starts with good stock. Make your own rich stock a few days prior.
Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen
Categories Sauce Side Thanksgiving Low Cal Low Sodium Fall Butter Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Stock up:
- Good gravy begins with good stock. At least one day (and up to four days) before the feast, make your own rich turkey stock. (For a recipe, see Do- Ahead Turkey Stock ; in a pinch, you can use store-bought low-salt chicken broth, but the results with homemade are incomparable.) When you're ready to make the gravy, bring 4 cups stock to a boil in a medium pot. Remove from heat; keep warm.
- Make a roux:
- Melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or turkey fat in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook, whisking, for 1 minute. The roux will become smooth and golden brown. Keep whisking! Within 2-3 minutes it will be the color of café au lait and smell slightly toasted. Gradually whisk in the warm turkey stock, bring to a boil, then lower the heat so the gravy's at a bare simmer.
- Customize it:
- Now, for an herbaceous kick, add 2 bay leaves or 1 sprig thyme. For an umami boost, stir in 4 dried porcini mushrooms or 2 teaspoons porcini powder along with 2 tablespoons Madeira. With or without these upgrades, let gravy simmer until reduced by half, then remove herbs or mushrooms with a slotted spoon. Season with kosher salt and serve. Or keep the gravy warm until the turkey is finished and take it one step further...
- Extra credit:
- Transfer the turkey to a cutting board and strain the drippings from the pan into a measuring cup. Skim the fat; add enough water to measure 1 cup. Place the pan across two burners set on medium-high heat. Add the drippings mixture and deglaze the pan, stirring and scraping up any browned bits with a wooden spoon. Strain into the gravy; simmer until slightly thickened, 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and serve.
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Uchiha Madara
[email protected]This gravy was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more salt and pepper.
Rahinatu Alhassan
[email protected]This gravy was delicious! I loved the addition of the fresh herbs.
Shane Boucher
[email protected]This gravy was easy to make and tasted great. I will definitely be making it again.
Abdinuur Iliyaas
[email protected]This gravy was a bit too thick for my taste. I would recommend adding a little more liquid next time.
Amanda Olivo
[email protected]I've made this gravy several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's the perfect addition to any holiday meal.
Aicha Beauty
[email protected]This gravy was a disappointment. It was thin and lacked flavor. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't turn out right.
Laura Perreault
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of turkey gravy, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so rich and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it. I will definitely be making this again.
Michael Salcedo
[email protected]This gravy was a lifesaver! I was running short on time on Thanksgiving Day and this recipe came to the rescue. It was quick and easy to make, and it tasted just as good as if I had spent hours simmering it.
Big Booski
[email protected]I was skeptical about making turkey gravy from scratch, but this recipe proved me wrong. It was incredibly easy to make and the results were fantastic. The gravy was smooth, flavorful, and the perfect addition to my Thanksgiving meal.
ernest chikoti
[email protected]This gravy was amazing! It was so rich and flavorful, and it really made my turkey dinner special. I will definitely be making this again.
Martha Kanzi
[email protected]I've tried many turkey gravy recipes over the years, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.
Rifat Khin
[email protected]This gravy was a hit! I made it for a potluck and everyone loved it. It was so easy to make and it tasted like it had been simmering for hours.
beef zy
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the gravy turned out beautifully. It was smooth, creamy, and had just the right amount of thickness. My family raved about it!
Rayhan Mohamed
[email protected]This turkey gravy recipe exceeded my expectations! The gravy was incredibly rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of herbs and spices. It was the perfect accompaniment to my Thanksgiving meal.