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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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