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Turkey gravy from drippings poured over a plate of Thanksgiving dinner

Homemade Gravy from Drippings

This recipe teaches you how to make gravy from turkey drippings, but the same principles can be applied to other roasts too.
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Course: Sauces and Spreads
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gravy from drippings
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

  • 2 cups turkey drippings
  • 4-6 cloves crushed garlic
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Add the butter to a small sauce pan and melt over medium heat.
  • Crush the garlic and stir into the melted butter.
  • When the garlic becomes fragrant, add in the flour and whisk to combine.
  • Keep whisking for about 1 to 2 minutes or until no lumps appear in the butter-flour mixture.
  • Strain the drippings from the turkey pan carefully.
  • Pour the drippings into the sauce pan, whisking to combine.
  • Stirring frequently, allow the liquid to come up to a simmer.
  • Once it starts to thicken and reaches your desired consistency, remove from heat and serve.

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